31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kuno, Pulmonologist in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Ritsu Kuno, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Kuno graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL and completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kuno is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuno’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuno’s office.
Where did Dr. Kuno go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine | Valley Health System/Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University Program
Medical School: University Of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch Of Med- Chapel Hill Nc | Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL
Is Dr. Kuno board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Ritsu Kuno, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kuno speak?
Dr. Kuno and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Kuno typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Kuno 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. Kuno. 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:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Kuno typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Kuno 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. Kuno. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Flexible Endoscopic Swallowing Evaluation (FEES)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Endoscopy
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
- FEES Test
- Swallowing Endoscopy
- Video Swallowing Study
- Dysphagia Endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
- 92612: Flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing by cine or video recording;
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Does Dr. Kuno accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuno accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kuno accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Kuno in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AmeriBen
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kuno's office located?
What is Dr. Kuno's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kuno's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114950391.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuno?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kuno
What is Dr. Ritsu Kuno's specialty?
Dr. Kuno is a Pulmonologist near Richmond, VA.
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 this Dr. Ritsu Kuno affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kuno is affiliated with Johnston-Willis Hospital, Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center, Hca Henrico Doctors' Hospital, Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital, Hca Chippenham Hospital 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 Ritsu Kuno accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. Ritsu Kuno is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ritsu Kuno offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kuno's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ritsu Kuno?
Please contact Dr. Kuno's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ritsu Kuno have?
Dr. Ritsu Kuno is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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