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Dr. Helen Kuo, MD

Meridian, ID

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kuo, Urologist in Meridian, ID?

    Dr. Helen Kuo, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Meridian, ID with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kuo graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Kuo is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuo’s office at (208) 639-4900.

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

    • Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kuo board certified as an Urologist?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Kuo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology

    What languages does Dr. Kuo speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Kuo typically treat?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Kuo 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. Kuo. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney
    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Overactive Bladder
    • OAB
    • Urgency Incontinence
    • Frequent Urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3281: Overactive bladder

    Also known as:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    Also known as:

    • Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
    • Kidney Disease
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Kidney and Ureter Problems
    • Renal and Ureteral Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter

    Also known as:

    • History of Urinary Tract Infection
    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Past UTI
    • Previous Bladder Infection
    • History of Kidney Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87440: Personal history of urinary (tract) infections

    What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Kuo typically perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Kuo performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kuo. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Bladder and Urethra Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
    • Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
    • Bladder scope for stones
    • Kidney stone breaking with stent
    • Ureteral stent placement for stones

    CPT Codes:

    • 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)

    Also known as:

    • Ureteral Stent Placement (via Cystoscopy)
    • Cystoscopy with ureteral stent
    • Double-J stent insertion
    • Gibbons stent placement
    • Kidney stent placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 52332: Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Injection for Overactivity
    • Bladder Chemodenervation
    • Botox for Bladder
    • Cystoscopy with Bladder Injection
    • Overactive Bladder Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 52287: Cystourethroscopy, with injection(s) for chemodenervation of the bladder

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer Medicine Instillation
    • Intravesical Chemotherapy
    • Bladder Drug Instillation
    • Anticancer Bladder Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stone Removal (Scope Procedure)
    • Ureteroscopy with Stone Removal
    • Pyeloscopy with Stone Removal
    • Cystourethroscopy for Stones
    • Ureteral Stone Manipulation

    CPT Codes:

    • 52352: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with removal or manipulation of calculus (ureteral catheterization is included)

    Also known as:

    • Vasectomy
    • Male Birth Control Surgery
    • Male Sterilization Procedure
    • Semen Analysis After Vasectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 55250: Vasectomy, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure), including postoperative semen examination(s)

    Does Dr. Kuo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kuo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 639-4900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kuo accept in Meridian, ID?

    Dr. Kuo in Meridian, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Idaho

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kuo's office located?

    Dr. Helen Kuo's Primary Practice

    2855 E Magic View Dr

    Meridian, ID 83642

    (208) 639-4900

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    Dr. Helen Kuo's Practice 2

    2141 E Parkcenter Blvd

    Boise, ID 83706

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    Dr. Helen Kuo's Practice 3

    999 N Curtis Rd Ste 415

    Boise, ID 83706

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

    Dr. Kuo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346407921.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuo?

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

    What is Dr. Helen Kuo's specialty?

    Dr. Kuo is a Urologist near Meridian, ID.

    What does an Urologist do?

    A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures.

    Is this Dr. Helen Kuo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kuo is affiliated with St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center - Boise, St. Luke's Nampa Medical Center 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

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    Is Helen Kuo accepting new patients in Meridian, ID?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Kuo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Helen Kuo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kuo's office at (208) 639-4900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Helen Kuo?

    Please contact Dr. Kuo's office at (208) 639-4900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Helen Kuo have?

    Dr. Helen Kuo is certified by the American Board of Urology.

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