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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ku, Pulmonologist in Longview, WA?
Dr. Tabitha Ku, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Longview, WA. Dr. Ku is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ku’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ku’s office at (360) 414-2730.
What languages does Dr. Ku speak?
Dr. Ku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ku typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ku typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ku performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Ku accept my insurance?
Dr. Ku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 414-2730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ku accept in Longview, WA?
Dr. Ku in Longview, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
H & R Block
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ku's office located?
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 1801201785.
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. Tabitha Ku's specialty?
Dr. Ku is a Pulmonologist near Longview, WA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Tabitha Ku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ku is affiliated with Peacehealth St. John Medical Center, Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tabitha Ku accepting new patients in Longview, WA?
Yes, Dr. Tabitha Ku is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tabitha Ku offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ku's office at (360) 414-2730 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tabitha Ku?
Please contact Dr. Ku's office at (360) 414-2730 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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