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Dr. Justine Ko, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ko, Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Justine Ko, MD is an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Ko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ko’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ko’s office at (202) 877-4848.

    What languages does Dr. Ko speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ko typically treat?

    As an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ko 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. Ko. 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:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder
    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ko typically perform?

    As an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Justine Ko may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ko accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-4848 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ko accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Ko in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ko's office located?

    Emergency Physicians Dept

    525 E 68th St

    New York, NY 10065

    (202) 877-4848

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

    Dr. Ko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225569270.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ko?

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

    What is Dr. Justine Ko's specialty?

    Dr. Ko is a Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist near New York, NY.

    What does an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician with expertise in sports medicine provides comprehensive care in this field, focusing not only on improving health and fitness but also on preventing and managing injuries and illnesses. A sports medicine physician is well-qualified and skilled in promoting wellness and understands the role of exercise in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. This specialty requires a solid foundation in exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, and epidemiology.

    Is this Dr. Justine Ko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ko is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Mount Sinai Queens, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn), Hospital For Special Surgery, Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, Ny 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 an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist. 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 Justine Ko accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Justine Ko is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Justine Ko offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ko's office at (202) 877-4848 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Justine Ko?

    Please contact Dr. Ko's office at (202) 877-4848 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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