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Dr. Patty Ku, MD

Pediatrician

San Fernando, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ku, Pediatrician in San Fernando, CA?

    Dr. Patty Ku, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Fernando, CA. Dr. Ku is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ku’s office at (408) 730-6200.

    What languages does Dr. Ku speak?

    Dr. Ku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ku typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Acute Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1033: Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Left Ear Infection
    • Ear Infection
    • Left Middle Ear Infection
    • Left Otitis Media
    • Left Earache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ku typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Patty Ku may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ku's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ku accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 730-6200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ku accept in San Fernando, CA?

    Dr. Ku in San Fernando, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Ku's office located?

    Dr. Patty Ku's Primary Practice

    1172 N Maclay Ave

    San Fernando, CA 91340

    (408) 730-6200

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    What is Dr. Ku's NPI number?A 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 1205063054.

    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. Patty Ku's specialty?

    Dr. Ku is a Pediatrician near San Fernando, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Patty Ku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ku is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Patty Ku accepting new patients in San Fernando, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Patty Ku is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Patty Ku offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ku's office at (408) 730-6200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Patty Ku?

    Please contact Dr. Ku's office at (408) 730-6200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ku's office located?

    Dr. Ku's office is located in San Fernando, CA.