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Dr. Joseph Ku, MD

Dr. Joseph Ku, MD

Riverside, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ku, Plastic Surgeon in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Joseph Ku, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Riverside, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and American Board of Surgery. Dr. Ku completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Ku is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ku’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ku’s office at (951) 509-9204.

    Where did Dr. Ku go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery | University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca

    Is Dr. Ku board certified in Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Ku, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery , American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Ku speak?

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

    • English

    • Korean

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ku treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Leaking breast implant
    • Breast implant hardening
    • Other problems with breast implant
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Breast implant rupture
    • Breast implant leakage
    • Implant deflation
    • Capsular contracture
    • Breast implant scar tissue
    • Other breast prosthesis issues
    • Unspecified breast implant complication
    • Breast augmentation device problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8543XA: Leakage of breast prosthesis and implant, initial encounter
    • T8544XA: Capsular contracture of breast implant, initial encounter
    • T8549XA: Other mechanical complication of breast prosthesis and implant, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Breast Pain
    • Breast Disease
    • Mastalgia
    • Tender Breasts
    • Sore Breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N644: Mastodynia

    Also known as:

    • Panniculitis
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Fat layer inflammation
    • Subcutaneous fat disorder
    • Skin nodule inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M793: Panniculitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Loose Skin Folds
    • Skin Condition
    • Excess Skin
    • Skin Redundancy
    • Sagging Skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L987: Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Gender incongruence
    • Gender identity issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Transgender Identity
    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Transsexual Identity
    • Gender Transition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F640: Transsexualism

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Breast Disorder
    • Breast Disease
    • Various breast conditions
    • Miscellaneous breast ailments
    • Specific breast problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6489: Other specified disorders of breast

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Follicular Skin Cyst
    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Hair Follicle Cyst
    • Dermal Cyst
    • Subcutaneous Cyst
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L729: Follicular cyst of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Lost both breasts (double mastectomy)
    • Mastectomy
    • Double mastectomy
    • Bilateral breast removal
    • Absence of both breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9013: Acquired absence of bilateral breasts and nipples

    Also known as:

    • Breast Implant History
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Had Breast Implants
    • Silicone Implants
    • Saline Implants

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9882: Breast implant status

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Which procedures does Dr. Ku perform as a Plastic Surgeon?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Ku may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ku's office.

    Does Dr. Ku accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 509-9204 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ku accept in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Ku in Riverside, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ku's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Ku's Primary Practice

    4234 Riverwalk Pkwy Ste 170

    Riverside, CA 92505

    (951) 509-9204

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Society of Plastic Surgeons

    Member

    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 1649393760.

    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. Joseph Ku's specialty?

    Dr. Ku is a Plastic Surgeon near Riverside, CA. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Ku to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Ku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Ku is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Joseph Ku accepting new patients in Riverside, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Ku is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Ku offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ku's office at (951) 509-9204 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Ku?

    Please contact Dr. Ku's office at (951) 509-9204 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Ku have?

    Dr. Joseph Ku is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and American Board of Surgery.

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