Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kuk, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Lynchburg, VA?
Dr. Richard Kuk, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Lynchburg, VA. He is board certified. Dr. Kuk graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Kuk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuk’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuk’s office.
Where did Dr. Kuk go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kuk board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Kuk, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kuk speak?
Dr. Kuk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Kuk typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Kuk 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. Kuk. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Other Pacemaker Part Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
- Pacemaker Component Care
- Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Kuk typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Kuk may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Kuk's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kuk accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuk 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. Kuk accept in Lynchburg, VA?
Dr. Kuk in Lynchburg, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Kuk's office located?
What is Dr. Kuk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kuk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588681316.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kuk
What is Dr. Richard Kuk's specialty?
Dr. Kuk is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Lynchburg, VA.
What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?
A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.
Is this Dr. Richard Kuk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kuk is affiliated with Uva University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Richard Kuk accepting new patients in Lynchburg, VA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Kuk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Kuk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kuk's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Kuk?
Please contact Dr. Kuk's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Kuk have?
Dr. Richard Kuk is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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2410 Atherholt Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24501