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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ku, Pediatrician in Reston, VA?
Dr. Karen Ku, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Reston, VA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Ku completed her residency at Children's Hospital and Research Center Oakland. Dr. Ku is fluent in English, Chinese, and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ku’s office.
Where did Dr. Ku go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children's Hospital and Research Center Oakland
Is Dr. Ku board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Karen Ku, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Ku speak?
Dr. Ku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Kannada
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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ku typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Ku may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ku accept in Reston, VA?
Dr. Ku in Reston, 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
Centene Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
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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 1962553263.
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. Karen Ku's specialty?
Dr. Ku is a Pediatrician near Reston, VA.
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 this Dr. Karen Ku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ku is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Karen Ku accepting new patients in Reston, VA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Ku is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Ku offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ku's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Ku?
Please contact Dr. Ku's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Ku have?
Dr. Karen Ku is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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