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Who is Dr. Kuo, Anesthesiologist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Andrew Kuo, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. Dr. Kuo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuo’s office at (424) 306-5972.
What languages does Dr. Kuo speak?
Dr. Kuo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kuo typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kuo typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Kuo may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Kuo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kuo accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (424) 306-5972 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kuo accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Kuo in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Heritage Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kuo's office located?
Dr. Andrew Kuo's Primary Practice
1000 W Carson St # 10
Torrance, CA 90502
(424) 306-5972
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 1235548694.
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. Andrew Kuo's specialty?
Dr. Kuo is a Anesthesiologist near Torrance, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Andrew Kuo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kuo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Harbor - Ucla Medical Center. 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 Andrew Kuo accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Kuo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Kuo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kuo's office at (424) 306-5972 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Kuo?
Please contact Dr. Kuo's office at (424) 306-5972 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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