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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Koo, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Fairfield, CA?
Dr. Ralph Koo, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fairfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Koo completed his residency at Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Emergency Medicine; Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Flexible Or Transitional Year; St Francis Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Koo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koo’s office at (916) 454-2222.
Where did Dr. Koo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Emergency Medicine; Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Flexible Or Transitional Year; St Francis Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Sc Sch of Med, Columbia Sc
Is Dr. Koo board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ralph Koo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Koo speak?
Dr. Koo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Koo typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Koo 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. Koo. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- 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
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Koo typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ralph Koo may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Koo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Koo accept my insurance?
Dr. Koo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 454-2222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Koo accept in Fairfield, CA?
Dr. Koo in Fairfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Koo's office located?
Dr. Ralph Koo's Primary Practice
1200 B Gale Wilson Blvd
Fairfield, CA 94533
(916) 454-2222
What is Dr. Koo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Koo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205932050.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Koo
What is Dr. Ralph Koo's specialty?
Dr. Koo is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Fairfield, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Ralph Koo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Koo is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Uc Davis Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Sutter Solano Medical Center, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ralph Koo accepting new patients in Fairfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ralph Koo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ralph Koo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Koo's office at (916) 454-2222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ralph Koo?
Please contact Dr. Koo's office at (916) 454-2222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ralph Koo have?
Dr. Ralph Koo is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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