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Dr. Timothy Kuo, MD

San Dimas, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kuo, Pulmonologist in San Dimas, CA?

    Dr. Timothy Kuo, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in San Dimas, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kuo is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuo’s office at (562) 789-5470.

    Is Dr. Kuo board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Kuo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kuo speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Kuo typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, 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:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Does Dr. Kuo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kuo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 789-5470 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kuo accept in San Dimas, CA?

    Dr. Kuo in San Dimas, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • AllCare Health

    • Care N' Care Insurance Company

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kuo's office located?

    Dr. Timothy Kuo's Primary Practice

    1255 W Arrow Hwy

    San Dimas, CA 91773

    (562) 789-5470

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    Dr. Timothy Kuo's Practice 2

    1011 Balwin Park Blvd

    Baldwin Park, CA 91706

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    Dr. Timothy Kuo's Practice 3

    12462 Putnam St Ste 208

    Whittier, CA 90602

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    What is Dr. Kuo's NPI number?A 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 1053505636.

    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. Timothy Kuo's specialty?

    Dr. Kuo is a Pulmonologist near San Dimas, CA.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Timothy Kuo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kuo is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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 Dr. Timothy Kuo accepting new patients in San Dimas, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Kuo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Timothy Kuo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kuo's office at (562) 789-5470 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Timothy Kuo?

    Please contact Dr. Kuo's office at (562) 789-5470 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kuo's office located?

    Dr. Kuo's offices are located in San Dimas, CA, Baldwin Park, CA, and Whittier, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Kuo have?

    Dr. Timothy Kuo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.