Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kuo, Hepatologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Alexander Kuo, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kuo completed his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital / Harvard. Dr. Kuo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuo’s office at (310) 967-1715.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kuo?
Dr. Alexander Kuo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hepatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kuo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Autoimmune Liver Disease, Hepatitis B & C, Liver Disease, Liver Failure, Transplant Medicine-Liver, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles/CA community, Dr. Kuo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kuo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of California, San Francisco
Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital / Harvard
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University | University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kuo board certified in Hepatologist?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Kuo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kuo speak?
Dr. Kuo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kuo treat?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Kuo 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. Kuo. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Primary biliary cholangitis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Bile Duct Disease
- Primary Biliary Cholangitis (Primary Biliary Cirrhosis)
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
- Primary biliary cirrhosis
- PBC
- Autoimmune bile duct disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
- K743: Primary biliary cirrhosis
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Liver Failure
- Liver Disease
- Hepatic insufficiency
- Liver dysfunction
- End-stage liver disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7290: Hepatic failure, unspecified without coma
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
Also known as:
- Hepatic Encephalopathy
- Portosystemic encephalopathy
- PSE
- Brain fog from liver disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7682: Hepatic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)
- Bile Duct Disease
- Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
- PSC
- Chronic Inflammatory Bile Duct Disease
- Sclerosing Cholangitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8301: Primary sclerosing cholangitis
Which procedures does Dr. Kuo perform as a Hepatologist?
As a Hepatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexander Kuo may include:
- Colonic Polypectomy
- Hepatitis C Testing
- Hepatology Consultation
- Hepatology Follow Up
- Liver Biopsy
- Liver Disease Consultation
- Liver Function Test
- Liver Imaging
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kuo's office.
Does Dr. Kuo accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 967-1715 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kuo accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Kuo 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
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Gold Coast Health Plan
Heritage Health
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kuo's office located?
Dr. Alexander Kuo's Primary Practice
8635 W 3rd St Ste 465W
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 967-1715
What is Dr. Kuo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kuo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912032764.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kuo
What is Dr. Alexander Kuo's specialty?
Dr. Kuo is a Hepatologist near Los Angeles, CA. Hepatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine classifies Hepatology as a subspecialty of gastroenterology. While physicians who refer to themselves as Hepatologists typically receive training in gastrointestinal programs, this is not always the case. Contact Dr. Kuo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Kuo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kuo is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center 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 Alexander Kuo accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Kuo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Kuo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kuo's office at (310) 967-1715 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Kuo?
Please contact Dr. Kuo's office at (310) 967-1715 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Kuo have?
Dr. Alexander Kuo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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