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45 Years of Experience
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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 by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery. 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, Kaiser Permanente, 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 in 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
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Grade 1 hemorrhoids
- Mild hemorrhoids
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K640: First degree hemorrhoids
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
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:
- 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
- Non-cancerous Esophagus Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Rectal Disorder
- Esophagus Disorder
- Benign rectal tumor
- Rectal neoplasm
- Non-malignant rectal mass
- Benign esophagus tumor
- Esophagus neoplasm
- Non-malignant esophagus mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D128: Benign neoplasm of rectum
- D130: Benign neoplasm of esophagus
Also known as:
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Descending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous descending colon growth
- Descending colon adenoma
- Descending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- D124: Benign neoplasm of descending colon
Also known as:
- Peptic Ulcer
- Peptic Ulcers (Stomach or Duodenal Ulcers)
- Stomach or duodenal ulcer
- GI ulcer
- Digestive tract ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- K279: Peptic ulcer, site unspecified, unspecified as acute or chronic, without hemorrhage or perforation
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- H. Pylori Infection
- Helicobacter Pylori Infection
- Helicobacter pylori infection
- Stomach bacteria infection
- H. pylori bacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- B9681: Helicobacter pylori [H. pylori] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Polyp
- Duodenal Polyp
- Stomach Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Which procedures does Dr. Ker perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Shiun Tin Ker may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ker's office.
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.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Clever Care Health Plan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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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?
No, Ker is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Alhambra Hospital Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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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