KU
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Uomoto, Internist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Kirk Uomoto, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Uomoto completed his residency at Olive View-Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Uomoto is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uomoto’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uomoto’s office at (323) 954-1788.
Where did Dr. Uomoto go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Olive View-Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Olive View UCLA Med Center
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
Is Dr. Uomoto board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kirk Uomoto, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Uomoto speak?
Dr. Uomoto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Uomoto typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Uomoto 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. Uomoto. 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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Disease
- Heart and Kidney Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I1310: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Uomoto typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Uomoto 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. Uomoto. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Uomoto accept my insurance?
Dr. Uomoto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 954-1788 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Uomoto accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Uomoto in Los Angeles, 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
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Uomoto's office located?
What is Dr. Uomoto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Uomoto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578510426.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uomoto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Uomoto
What is Dr. Kirk Uomoto's specialty?
Dr. Uomoto is a Internist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Kirk Uomoto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Uomoto is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Torrance Memorial 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
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Is Kirk Uomoto accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kirk Uomoto is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kirk Uomoto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Uomoto's office at (323) 954-1788 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kirk Uomoto?
Please contact Dr. Uomoto's office at (323) 954-1788 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kirk Uomoto have?
Dr. Kirk Uomoto is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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