EverydayHealthLogo
PK

Dr. Paul Ku, MD

Morrilton, AR

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ku, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Morrilton, AR?

    Dr. Paul Ku, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Morrilton, AR with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Ku completed his residency at Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Ku is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ku’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ku’s office at (210) 297-7000.

    Where did Dr. Ku go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr Sch of Med, Lubbock Tx

    Is Dr. Ku board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Ku, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ku speak?

    Dr. Ku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ku treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ku diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Ku. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • Threatened Miscarriage
    • Miscarriage
    • Threatened Spontaneous Abortion
    • Signs of Miscarriage
    • Early Pregnancy Bleeding with Risk of Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O200: Threatened abortion

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Ku perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Ku may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ku's office.

    Does Dr. Ku accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 297-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ku accept in Morrilton, AR?

    Dr. Ku in Morrilton, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Community First Health Plans

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

    • State of Texas

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Ku's office located?

    Dr. Paul Ku's Primary Practice

    4 Hospital Dr

    Morrilton, AR 72110

    (210) 297-7000

    Get Directions

    Dr. Paul Ku's Practice 2

    111 Dallas St Fl 5

    San Antonio, TX 78205

    Get Directions

    What is Dr. Ku's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740293174.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ku?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ku

    What is Dr. Paul Ku's specialty?

    Dr. Ku is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Morrilton, AR. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Ku to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paul Ku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ku is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, University Hospital-San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Emergency Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Paul Ku accepting new patients in Morrilton, AR?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Ku is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Ku offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ku's office at (210) 297-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Ku?

    Please contact Dr. Ku's office at (210) 297-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Ku have?

    Dr. Paul Ku is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

    Other Emergency Medicine Specialist Near Morrilton, AR

    RY

    Emergency Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Morrilton, AR
    RH

    Emergency Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Morrilton, AR
    JH

    Emergency Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Morrilton, AR
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists