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Who is Dr. Kuo, Pediatric Cardiologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. James Kuo is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kuo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuo’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuo’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kuo?
Dr. James Kuo is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kuo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Heart Disease, Interventional Cardiology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta/GA community, Dr. Kuo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Kuo speak?
Dr. Kuo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kuo treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, 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:
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Secundum Atrial Septal Defect
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- ASD Secundum Type
- Hole in Upper Heart Chamber (Secundum)
- Most Common ASD
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q2111: Secundum atrial septal defect
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
Also known as:
- Benign Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Innocent heart murmur
- Harmless heart murmur
- Physiological heart murmur
ICD-10 Codes:
- R010: Benign and innocent cardiac murmurs
Also known as:
- Heart Transplant Aftercare
- Heart Transplantation
- Post-heart transplant care
- Heart transplant follow-up
- Cardiac transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does Dr. Kuo perform?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, 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:
- Selective Vein Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheter Placement
- Venous Catheterization
- Jugular Vein Catheter
- Renal Vein Catheter
- Selective Artery Catheterization
- Thoracic Artery Catheter
- Brachiocephalic Artery Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36011: Selective catheter placement, venous system; first order branch (eg, renal vein, jugular vein)
- 36215: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order thoracic or brachiocephalic branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Vein Balloon Angioplasty
- Balloon Angioplasty for Vein Narrowing (Additional Vein)
- Transluminal Venous Angioplasty
- Open Vein Angioplasty
- Percutaneous Vein Angioplasty
- Vein Widening Procedure
- Venous Angioplasty
- Vein Balloon Dilation
CPT Codes:
- 37248: Transluminal balloon angioplasty (except dialysis circuit), open or percutaneous, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty within the same vein; initial vein
- 37249: Transluminal balloon angioplasty (except dialysis circuit), open or percutaneous, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty within the same vein; each additional vein (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Heart Wall Opening for Blood Flow (Catheter Procedure)
- Transcatheter atrial septostomy
- TAS procedure
- Atrial septal defect creation (catheter)
- Rashkind procedure
CPT Codes:
- 33741: Transcatheter atrial septostomy (TAS) for congenital cardiac anomalies to create effective atrial flow, including all imaging guidance by the proceduralist, when performed, any method (eg, Rashkind, Sang-Park, balloon, cutting balloon, blade)
Also known as:
- Venous Embolization
- Vein Occlusion Procedure
- Vascular Malformation Embolization
- Varicocele Embolization
CPT Codes:
- 37241: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; venous, other than hemorrhage (eg, congenital or acquired venous malformations, venous and capillary hemangiomas, varices, varicoceles)
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Valve Implantation (Percutaneous)
- Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve Replacement
- Percutaneous Pulmonary Valve Implant
- TPVI Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 33477: Transcatheter pulmonary valve implantation, percutaneous approach, including pre-stenting of the valve delivery site, when performed
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Artery Stent Placement
- Lung Artery Stent
- Percutaneous Pulmonary Revascularization
- Pulmonary Artery Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 33902: Percutaneous pulmonary artery revascularization by stent placement, initial; abnormal connections, unilateral
Also known as:
- Aorta Coarctation Repair with Stent
- Endovascular Aortic Stent
- Coarctation of Aorta Repair
- Aortic Narrowing Stent
- Thoracic Aorta Stent
CPT Codes:
- 33895: Endovascular stent repair of coarctation of the ascending, transverse, or descending thoracic or abdominal aorta, involving stent placement; not crossing major side branches
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Does Dr. Kuo accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kuo accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Kuo in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
MedImpact
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kuo's office located?
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 1760510929.
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. James Kuo's specialty?
Dr. Kuo is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Atlanta, GA. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Kuo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Kuo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kuo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Arthur M. Blank Hospital, Children's Scottish Rite Hospital. 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 James Kuo accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. James Kuo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Kuo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kuo's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Kuo?
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