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Dr. Helen Koo, MD

Montebello, CA

50 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Koo, Pediatrician in Montebello, CA?

    Dr. Helen Koo, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Montebello, CA. She has been practicing for over 50 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Koo graduated from Chinese University Of Hong Kong Faculty Of Medicine and completed her residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Pediatrics; Maimonides Med Ctr, Pediatrics; U Pa Hlth Sys-Presby M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Koo is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koo’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koo’s office at (323) 721-4922.

    Where did Dr. Koo go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Pediatrics; Maimonides Med Ctr, Pediatrics; U Pa Hlth Sys-Presby M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

    • Medical School: University of Hong Kong, Fac of Med, Hong Kong | The Chinese University of Hong Kong / Faculty of Medicine | Chinese University Of Hong Kong Faculty Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Koo board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Koo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    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 Pediatrician, 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Chronic Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Chronic pharyngitis
    • Persistent throat pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J312: Chronic pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Head Cold
    • Nasal Congestion
    • Upper Respiratory Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Acute Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1030: Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, unspecified eye

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Mouth Inflammation
    • Mouth Disorder
    • Stomatitis
    • Sore Mouth
    • Inflamed Mouth Lining

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K121: Other forms of stomatitis

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Skin infection
    • Bacterial skin inflammation
    • Acute skin infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0390: Cellulitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Koo perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Helen Koo may include:

    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 (323) 721-4922 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Koo accept in Montebello, CA?

    Dr. Koo in Montebello, 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

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Directors Guild of America Employees

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Koo's office located?

    Dr. Helen Koo's Primary Practice

    265 E Beverly Blvd Fl 2

    Montebello, CA 90640

    (323) 721-4922

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    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 1477596864.

    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. Helen Koo's specialty?

    Dr. Koo is a Pediatrician near Montebello, CA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Koo to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Helen Koo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Koo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: AdventistHealth White Memorial Montebello. 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Helen Koo accepting new patients in Montebello, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Koo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Helen Koo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Koo's office at (323) 721-4922 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Helen Koo?

    Please contact Dr. Koo's office at (323) 721-4922 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Helen Koo have?

    Dr. Helen Koo is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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