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Dr. Brandon Ku, MD
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ku, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Brandon Ku, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. He is board certified. Dr. Ku graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program. Dr. Ku is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ku’s office at (215) 590-1000.
Where did Dr. Ku go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ku speak?
Dr. Ku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ku treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ku 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. Ku. 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:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Mild Asthma Attack
- Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma Exacerbation
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Also known as:
- Family History of Asthma or Chronic Lung Disease
- Asthma
- Family History
- Lung Disease
- Genetic risk for asthma
- Hereditary lung conditions
- Breathing problems in family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z825: Family history of asthma and other chronic lower respiratory diseases
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19 Testing
- Coronavirus Test
- SARS-CoV-2 Test
- COVID Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Which procedures does Dr. Ku perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brandon Ku may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ku's office.
Does Dr. Ku accept my insurance?
Dr. Ku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 590-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ku accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Ku in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Partners Plans
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Where is Dr. Ku's office located?
Dr. Brandon Ku's Primary Practice
3401 Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 590-1000
What is Dr. Ku's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114157435.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ku?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ku
What is Dr. Brandon Ku's specialty?
Dr. Ku is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Ku to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brandon Ku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ku is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Brandon Ku accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Brandon Ku is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brandon Ku offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ku's office at (215) 590-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brandon Ku?
Please contact Dr. Ku's office at (215) 590-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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