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45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ker, Surgeon in Monterey Park, CA?
Dr. Shiun Tin Ker, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Monterey Park, CA. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Ker graduated from Taipei Med University and completed his residency at FERGUSON HOSPITAL. Dr. Ker is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ker’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ker’s office at (626) 571-8271.
Where did Dr. Ker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: FERGUSON HOSPITAL
Medical School: Taipei Med University | Taipei Med University
Is Dr. Ker board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Shiun Tin Ker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery , American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ker speak?
Dr. Ker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Ker treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ker 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. Ker. 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:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- First Degree Hemorrhoids
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Grade 1 hemorrhoids
- Mild hemorrhoids
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K640: First degree hemorrhoids
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Other Non-Infectious Stomach and Colon Inflammation
- Digestive Disease
- Non-Infectious Colitis
- Non-Infectious Enteritis
- Digestive Tract Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5289: Other specified noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Non-cancerous Rectum Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Rectal Disorder
- Benign rectal tumor
- Rectal neoplasm
- Non-malignant rectal mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D128: Benign neoplasm of rectum
What procedures does Dr. Ker perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ker 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. Ker. 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:
- Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
- Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
- Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
- Banding of Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoid Banding
CPT Codes:
- 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)
Also known as:
- Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Diagnostic Proctosigmoidoscopy
- Rectal and Lower Colon Scope
- Rigid Sigmoidoscopy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Polyp Removal
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Flexible Endoscopy of Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum with Biopsy
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45300: Proctosigmoidoscopy, rigid; diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
- 43250: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by hot biopsy forceps
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Polyp Removal
- Hot Biopsy Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45384: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by hot biopsy forceps
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Removal Surgery
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Piles Surgery
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Excision
- Fistulectomy
- Fissurectomy
CPT Codes:
- 46255: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, single column/group;
- 46262: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups; with fistulectomy, including fissurectomy, when performed
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula Surgery
- Fistulectomy
- Fistulotomy
- Perianal Fistula Repair
- Anal Fistula Repair
CPT Codes:
- 46270: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); subcutaneous
- 46280: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); transsphincteric, suprasphincteric, extrasphincteric or multiple, including placement of seton, when performed
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Piles Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;
Also known as:
- Anoscopy (Diagnostic)
- Anoscopy
- Anal Canal Exam
- Rectal Scope Exam
- Anus Diagnostic Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 46600: Anoscopy; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Anal Lesion Excision
- Removal of Anal Warts
- Surgical Excision of Anal Lesions
- Anus Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 46922: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; surgical excision
Also known as:
- Rectal Tumor Removal Through Anus
- Transanal tumor excision
- Full thickness rectal resection
- Rectal cancer surgery via anus
CPT Codes:
- 45172: Excision of rectal tumor, transanal approach; including muscularis propria (ie, full thickness)
Does Dr. Ker accept my insurance?
Dr. Ker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 571-8271 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ker accept in Monterey Park, CA?
Dr. Ker in Monterey Park, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Ker's office located?
Dr. Shiun Tin Ker's Primary Practice
600 N Garfield Ave Ste 306
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(626) 571-8271
What is Dr. Ker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669554887.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ker
What is Dr. Shiun Tin Ker's specialty?
Dr. Ker is a Surgeon near Monterey Park, CA. 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. Ker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shiun Tin Ker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ker is affiliated with Alhambra Hospital 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 Shiun Tin Ker accepting new patients in Monterey Park, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shiun Tin Ker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shiun Tin Ker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ker's office at (626) 571-8271 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shiun Tin Ker?
Please contact Dr. Ker's office at (626) 571-8271 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shiun Tin Ker have?
Dr. Shiun Tin Ker is certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery.
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