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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kuei, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Andrew Kuei, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kuei is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuei’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuei’s office at (213) 268-5000.
What languages does Dr. Kuei speak?
Dr. Kuei and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Kuei typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Kuei 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. Kuei. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Kuei typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Kuei 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. Kuei. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Kuei accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuei accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 268-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kuei accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Kuei in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
OptumRx Administered Payer
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kuei's office located?
Dr. Andrew Kuei's Primary Practice
1720 E Cesar E Chavez Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(213) 268-5000
What is Dr. Kuei's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kuei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619339298.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuei?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kuei
What is Dr. Andrew Kuei's specialty?
Dr. Kuei is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?
A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
Is this Dr. Andrew Kuei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kuei is affiliated with Adventist Health White Memorial, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park 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 Andrew Kuei accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Kuei is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Kuei offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kuei's office at (213) 268-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Kuei?
Please contact Dr. Kuei's office at (213) 268-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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