29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kuo, Family Medicine Specialist in San Mateo, CA?
Dr. Tommy Kuo, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Mateo, CA. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Kuo graduated from University of California, Davis School of Medicine and completed his residency at San Jose Medical Center. Dr. Kuo is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, 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 (650) 348-7069.
Where did Dr. Kuo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: San Jose Medical Center | San Jose Medical Center
Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca | University of California, Davis School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kuo board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Tommy Kuo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kuo speak?
Dr. Kuo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kuo typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:
- 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kuo typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Tommy Kuo may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (650) 348-7069 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kuo accept in San Mateo, CA?
Dr. Kuo in San Mateo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kuo's office located?
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 1851396469.
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. Tommy Kuo's specialty?
Dr. Kuo is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Mateo, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Tommy Kuo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kuo is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tommy Kuo accepting new patients in San Mateo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tommy Kuo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tommy Kuo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kuo's office at (650) 348-7069 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tommy Kuo?
Please contact Dr. Kuo's office at (650) 348-7069 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tommy Kuo have?
Dr. Tommy Kuo is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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