Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kuo, Surgeon in Tarrytown, NY?
Dr. Jennifer H. Kuo is a board-certified surgeon-scientist nationally recognized for her expertise in the surgical treatment of thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal diseases. Dr. Kuo is an accomplished, high-volume surgeon in minimally invasive surgical techniques, including trans-oral thyroidectomy and robotic adrenalectomy. She is one of the leading international experts in ultrasound-guided radiofrequency ablation of thyroid nodules and spearheaded the new Interventional Endocrinology program at Columbia. Dr. Kuo also serves as Program Director of the Endocrine Surgery Fellowship Program and the Endocrine Surgery Research program. Her research focuses on the use of predictive algorithms to improve and optimize care for endocrine patients, and is internationally recognized as a pioneer in the safe adoption of new technology in surgical care. She serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Surgical Research, and serves on the Editorial Board for The World Journal of Surgery and VideoEndocrinology. Her commitment to excellent, innovative, and personalized care has been repeatedly recognized by Super Doctors and New York Magazine's Top Doctor Awards.
WebsiteWhat languages does Dr. Kuo speak?
Dr. Kuo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kuo treat?
As a Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Primary Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism with Toxic Multinodular Goiter
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Toxic Multinodular Goiter
- Overactive Lumpy Thyroid
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0520: Thyrotoxicosis with toxic multinodular goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Benign Thyroid Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Thyroid Disease
- Non-cancerous thyroid growth
- Benign thyroid neoplasm
- Thyroid nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- D34: Benign neoplasm of thyroid gland
What procedures does Dr. Kuo perform?
As a Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
- Total Thyroid Removal
- Thyroid Gland Removal (Neck Incision)
- Completion Thyroidectomy
- Thyroid Gland Removal for Cancer with Lymph Node Dissection
- Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroid Lobe Removal
- Partial Thyroidectomy
- Isthmusectomy
- Complete thyroidectomy
- Thyroid gland removal
- Thyroid surgery
- Thyroidectomy
- Substernal Thyroid Removal
- Cervical Thyroidectomy
- Remaining Thyroid Removal
- Second Thyroid Surgery
- Total Thyroidectomy after Partial
- Total Thyroidectomy for Cancer
- Subtotal Thyroidectomy with Neck Dissection
- Thyroid Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
- 60240: Thyroidectomy, total or complete
- 60271: Thyroidectomy, including substernal thyroid; cervical approach
- 60260: Thyroidectomy, removal of all remaining thyroid tissue following previous removal of a portion of thyroid
- 60252: Thyroidectomy, total or subtotal for malignancy; with limited neck dissection
Also known as:
- Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
- Parathyroid Gland Transplant
- Parathyroidectomy
- Parathyroid Gland Surgery
- Hyperparathyroidism Surgery
- Parathyroid Autograft
- Parathyroid Tissue Transfer
- Parathyroid Reimplantation
CPT Codes:
- 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);
- 60512: Parathyroid autotransplantation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Deep Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Excision
- Open Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
- Deep Cervical Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 38510: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep cervical node(s)
Also known as:
- Radiofrequency Ablation of Thyroid Nodule(s)
- RFA Thyroid Nodule
- Percutaneous Thyroid Ablation
- Thyroid Nodule Radiofrequency Treatment
- Thyroid Nodule Heat Ablation
CPT Codes:
- 60660: Ablation Of 1 Or More Thyroid Nodule(S), One Lobe Or The Isthmus, Percutaneous, Including Imaging Guidance, Radiofrequency
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Adrenal Gland Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Adrenalectomy
- Adrenal Gland Removal (Laparoscopic)
- Adrenal Gland Exploration
CPT Codes:
- 60650: Laparoscopy, surgical, with adrenalectomy, partial or complete, or exploration of adrenal gland with or without biopsy, transabdominal, lumbar or dorsal
Also known as:
- Thymus Gland Removal (Neck Approach)
- Transcervical Thymectomy
- Partial Thymectomy
- Total Thymectomy
CPT Codes:
- 60520: Thymectomy, partial or total; transcervical approach (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Sclerotherapy for Fluid Collection
- Cyst Sclerotherapy
- Lymphocele Treatment
- Seroma Injection
- Fluid Drainage and Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 49185: Sclerotherapy of a fluid collection (eg, lymphocele, cyst, or seroma), percutaneous, including contrast injection(s), sclerosant injection(s), diagnostic study, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound, fluoroscopy) and radiological supervision and interpretation when performed
Also known as:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Does Dr. Kuo accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kuo accept in Tarrytown, NY?
Dr. Kuo in Tarrytown, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
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Where is Dr. Kuo's office located?
ColumbiaDoctors - Tarrytown
155 White Plains Road
Suite W100
Tarrytown, NY 10591
(917) 300-0553
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 1235329830.
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. Jennifer Kuo's specialty?
Dr. Kuo is a Surgeon near Tarrytown, NY. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Kuo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jennifer Kuo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kuo is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Jennifer Kuo accepting new patients in Tarrytown, NY?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Kuo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jennifer Kuo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kuo's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Kuo?
Please contact Dr. Kuo's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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