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Dr. Kali Zhou

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zhou, Transplant Hepatologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Kali Zhou is a Transplant Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Zhou is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhou’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhou’s office at (323) 442-5100.

    What languages does Dr. Zhou speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does a Transplant Hepatologist like Dr. Zhou typically treat?

    As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Zhou 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. Zhou. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
    • End-stage alcoholic liver disease
    • Severe alcoholic liver scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
    • K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites

    Also known as:

    • Fluid in Abdomen
    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • Ascites
    • Abdominal fluid buildup
    • Peritoneal fluid
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R188: Other ascites
    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Transplant Hepatologist like Dr. Zhou typically perform?

    As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Zhou 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. Zhou. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Liver Elastography
    • Elastography
    • FibroScan
    • Liver stiffness test
    • Shear wave elastography

    CPT Codes:

    • 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report

    Does Dr. Zhou accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zhou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-5100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zhou accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Zhou 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 Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Zhou's office located?

    Dr. Kali Zhou's Primary Practice

    1516 San Pablo St Ste L3100

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

    (323) 442-5100

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    Dr. Kali Zhou's Practice 2

    1441 Eastlake Ave Ste 2424

    Los Angeles, CA 90089

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    What is Dr. Zhou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Zhou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801195235.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhou?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhou

    What is Dr. Kali Zhou's specialty?

    Dr. Zhou is a Transplant Hepatologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Transplant Hepatologist do?

    An internist with specialized knowledge and skills in gastroenterology, focusing on the comprehensive care of patients before and after liver transplantation, across all phases of the transplant process. The selection of suitable transplant candidates involves a multidisciplinary team experienced in assessing the severity and prognosis of liver disease to ensure optimal outcomes.

    Is this Dr. Kali Zhou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zhou is affiliated with Los Angeles General 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

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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Transplant Hepatologist. 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 Kali Zhou accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kali Zhou is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kali Zhou offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zhou's office at (323) 442-5100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kali Zhou?

    Please contact Dr. Zhou's office at (323) 442-5100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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