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Who is Dr. Ko, Urologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Joan Ko, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Ko is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ko’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ko’s office at (215) 590-3765.
Where did Dr. Ko go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Virginia
What languages does Dr. Ko speak?
Dr. Ko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does Dr. Ko treat?
As a Urologist, Dr. Ko 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. Ko. 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:
- Phimosis
- Other Foreskin Problems
- Hidden Penis
- Foreskin and Glans Adhesions
- Other Penis Disorder
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
- Various foreskin issues
- Unspecified foreskin conditions
- Foreskin abnormalities
- Buried penis
- Concealed penis
- Retractile penis
- Preputial Adhesions
- Glans Adhesions
- Various penile conditions
- Unspecified penis problems
- Penis abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
- N478: Other disorders of prepuce
- Q5564: Hidden penis
- N475: Adhesions of prepuce and glans penis
- N4889: Other specified disorders of penis
Also known as:
- Retractile Testicle
- One Undescended Testicle
- Testicular Disorder
- Ascending Testicle
- Mobile Testicle
- Gliding Testicle
- Unilateral Cryptorchidism
- Testicle Not Dropped
- Maldescended Testicle
- Cryptorchidism (unilateral)
- Retained testicle (one side)
- Non-palpable testis (one)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q5522: Retractile testis
- Q5310: Unspecified undescended testicle, unilateral
- R3983: Unilateral non-palpable testicle
Also known as:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Congenital Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney swelling at birth
- Fetal hydronephrosis
- Hydronephrosis in newborns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q620: Congenital hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Undescended Testicle in Groin (One Side)
- Birth Defects
- Testicular Disorder
- Unilateral Inguinal Testis
- One Testicle in Groin
- Cryptorchidism (Inguinal)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q53112: Unilateral inguinal testis
Also known as:
- Hydrocele
- Varicocele
- Testicular Disorder
- Varicose Veins
- Fluid in scrotum
- Scrotal swelling
- Water on the testicle
- Scrotal Varicose Veins
- Pampiniform Plexus Varices
- Testicular Varices
ICD-10 Codes:
- N433: Hydrocele, unspecified
- I861: Scrotal varices
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Kidney and Ureter Problems
- Renal and Ureteral Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter
Also known as:
- Bladder Nerve and Muscle Problems
- Bladder Disease
- Neurogenic Bladder
- Bladder Control Issues
- Nerve Damage Affecting Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N319: Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Urinary System Disorder
- Bladder Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Various urinary problems
- Uncommon urinary conditions
- Urinary tract issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- N398: Other specified disorders of urinary system
Also known as:
- Loss of Bladder Control
- Urinary Incontinence
- Bladder Control Problems (Urinary Incontinence)
- Urinary incontinence
- Leaking urine
- Bladder leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R32: Unspecified urinary incontinence
Which procedures does Dr. Ko perform as a Urologist?
As a Urologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joan Ko may include:
- Aesthetic Urology Consultation
- Bladder and Kidney Ultrasound
- Circumcision / Phimosis
- Cystoscopy
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Shockwave Therapy
- Erectile Dysfunction / Impotence / Male Sexual Dysfunction
- Evaluation of Kidney Mass
- Invasive Urologic Procedure
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ko's office.
Does Dr. Ko accept my insurance?
Dr. Ko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 590-3765 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ko accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Ko in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Altamed Health Services
Apex Healthcare
Centene
City of Los Angeles
HealthSmart
Kern Health Systems
Medicaid
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
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Where is Dr. Ko's office located?
What is Dr. Ko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346548518.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ko
What is Dr. Joan Ko's specialty?
Dr. Ko is a Urologist near Los Angeles, CA. A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures. Contact Dr. Ko to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joan Ko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ko is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Hospital Los Angeles. 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 Joan Ko accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joan Ko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joan Ko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ko's office at (215) 590-3765 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joan Ko?
Please contact Dr. Ko's office at (215) 590-3765 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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