Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Koo, Urologist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Alec Koo, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Koo graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Urology. Dr. Koo is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koo’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koo’s office at (310) 602-5005.
Where did Dr. Koo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Urology | UCLA Med Center | University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Koo board certified in Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Alec Koo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Koo speak?
Dr. Koo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Koo treat?
As a Urologist, Dr. Koo 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. Koo. 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:
- Prostate Inflammation
- Prostate Disease
- Prostatitis: Inflammation of the Prostate
- Prostatitis
- Inflamed prostate
- Prostate infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N419: Inflammatory disease of prostate, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
- Benign hematuria
- Hidden blood in urine
- Microscopic hematuria
- Invisible blood in pee
- Hematuria
- Bloody urine
- Red urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
- R311: Benign essential microscopic hematuria
- R319: Hematuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urethra Inflammation
- Urethral Disorder
- Urethritis
- Inflamed Urethra
- Urethral Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N342: Other urethritis
Also known as:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R339: Retention of urine, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epididymitis
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Inflamed epididymis
- Epididymis infection
- Swollen epididymis
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- N451: Epididymitis
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
- Impotence
- ED
- Erection problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N529: Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Bladder Inflammation
- Bladder Disease
- Chronic Cystitis
- Long-term Bladder Infection
- Persistent Bladder Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3020: Other chronic cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Urge Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urge Incontinence
- Overactive Bladder
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3941: Urge incontinence
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Prostatitis
- Prostate Disease
- Prostatitis: Inflammation of the Prostate
- Chronic Prostate Inflammation
- Long-term Prostatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N411: Chronic prostatitis
Also known as:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Acquired Kidney Cyst
- Kidney Cysts
- Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
- Renal Cyst
- Simple Kidney Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired
Which procedures does Dr. Koo perform as a Urologist?
As a Urologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alec Koo may include:
- Aesthetic Urology Consultation
- Bladder and Kidney Ultrasound
- Circumcision / Phimosis
- Cystoscopy
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Shockwave Therapy
- Erectile Dysfunction / Impotence / Male Sexual Dysfunction
- Evaluation of Kidney Mass
- Invasive Urologic Procedure
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Koo's office.
Does Dr. Koo accept my insurance?
Dr. Koo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 602-5005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Koo accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Koo 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 Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Scan Health Plan
Torrance Memorial Medical Center
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Koo's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Southern California Super Doctors
What is Dr. Koo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Koo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740236066.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Koo
What is Dr. Alec Koo's specialty?
Dr. Koo is a Urologist near Torrance, CA. A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures. Contact Dr. Koo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alec Koo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Koo is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Alec Koo accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alec Koo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alec Koo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Koo's office at (310) 602-5005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alec Koo?
Please contact Dr. Koo's office at (310) 602-5005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alec Koo have?
Dr. Alec Koo is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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