Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kou, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Brentwood, CA?
Dr. Joseph Kou, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brentwood, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kou graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Beaumont Hospitals. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Kou is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kou’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kou’s office at (925) 939-8585.
Where did Dr. Kou go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Mount Sinai
Residency: Beaumont Hospitals | William Beaumont Hospital
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Kou board certified as a Foot and Ankle Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Kou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kou speak?
Dr. Kou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Kou typically treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Kou 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. Kou. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Foot Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
- M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Kou typically perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Kou 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. Kou. 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:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendon Repair
- Ruptured Achilles Tendon Surgery
- Open Achilles Repair
- Percutaneous Achilles Repair
- Heel Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27650: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon;
Also known as:
- Leg Compartment Decompression Surgery (Posterior)
- Posterior Compartment Fasciotomy
- Leg Fasciotomy
- Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome Surgery
- Leg Pressure Release Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27601: Decompression fasciotomy, leg; posterior compartment(s) only
Also known as:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
Also known as:
- Foot or Ankle Tendon Transfer Surgery
- Deep tendon rerouting
- Tendon transplant surgery
- Muscle redirection surgery
- Tibial tendon transfer
CPT Codes:
- 27691: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); deep (eg, anterior tibial or posterior tibial through interosseous space, flexor digitorum longus, flexor hallucis longus, or peroneal tendon to midfoot or hindfoot)
Also known as:
- Big Toe Joint Fusion
- Great Toe Arthrodesis
- MTP Joint Fusion
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
- Hallux Rigidus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Kou accept my insurance?
Dr. Kou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 939-8585 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kou accept in Brentwood, CA?
Dr. Kou in Brentwood, 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kou's office located?
Dr. Joseph Kou's Primary Practice
101 Sand Creek Rd Ste B
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 939-8585
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Fellow
What is Dr. Kou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518175868.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kou
What is Dr. Joseph Kou's specialty?
Dr. Kou is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Brentwood, CA.
What does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon do?
Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for childrens foot and ankle conditions.
Is this Dr. Joseph Kou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kou is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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
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Is Joseph Kou accepting new patients in Brentwood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Kou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Kou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kou's office at (925) 939-8585 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Kou?
Please contact Dr. Kou's office at (925) 939-8585 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Kou have?
Dr. Joseph Kou is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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