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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kuo, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Richmond, CA?
Dr. Helen Kuo, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Richmond, CA. She has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Kuo completed her residency at Alameda Co Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Kuo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuo’s office at (510) 307-1500.
Where did Dr. Kuo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Alameda Co Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
What languages does Dr. Kuo speak?
Dr. Kuo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kuo typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kuo typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Helen Kuo 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. Kuo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kuo accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 307-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kuo accept in Richmond, CA?
Dr. Kuo in Richmond, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Samaritan Health Services
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kuo's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Kuo affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Kuo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
John Muir Health Concord Medical Center,Concord, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
John Muir Health Concord Medical Center,Concord, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center,San Leandro, CARanked General Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center,San Leandro, CA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Washington Hospital Healthcare System,Fremont, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked C-section surgery
Washington Hospital Healthcare System,Fremont, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked C-section surgery
Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus,San Francisco, CARanked in 2 Procedures
Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus,San Francisco, CA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
What is Dr. Kuo's NPI number?A 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 1366527038.
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. Helen Kuo's specialty?
Dr. Kuo is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Richmond, 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 Dr. Helen Kuo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kuo is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Washington Hospital Healthcare System, Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Dr. Helen Kuo accepting new patients in Richmond, CA?
Yes, Dr. Helen Kuo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Helen Kuo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kuo's office at (510) 307-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Helen Kuo?
Please contact Dr. Kuo's office at (510) 307-1500 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Kuo's office located?
Dr. Kuo's office is located in Richmond, CA.
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