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Dr. Joseph Kuei, MD

Monterey Park, CA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kuei, Pulmonologist in Monterey Park, CA?

    Dr. Joseph Kuei, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Monterey Park, CA. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kuei graduated from Taipei Med University and completed his residency at Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kuei is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuei’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuei’s office at (626) 280-4393.

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

    • Residency: Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Internal Medicine | Finch University Health Sci/Chgo M School | Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences Program

    • Medical School: Taipei Med Coll, Taipei, Taiwan (- Prior / | Taipei Medical College | Taipei Med University

    Is Dr. Kuei board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Kuei, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kuei speak?

    Dr. Kuei and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kuei treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Kuei 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. Kuei. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Long-term lung failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure
    • Chronic lung insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Aspiration Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis
    • Inhalation Pneumonia
    • Chemical Pneumonitis
    • Aspiration Lung Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    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:

    • MSSA Blood Poisoning
    • Sepsis
    • Staphylococcal Infection
    • MSSA Sepsis
    • Methicillin-Sensitive Staph Sepsis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A4101: Sepsis due to Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    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:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Coughing Up Blood
    • Cough
    • Bloody cough
    • Spitting blood
    • Hemoptysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R042: Hemoptysis

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
    • HFrEF
    • Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Does Dr. Kuei accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kuei accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 280-4393 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kuei accept in Monterey Park, CA?

    Dr. Kuei in Monterey Park, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • All Other Third Party

    • Altamed Health Services

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Clever Care Health Plan

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kuei's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Kuei's Primary Practice

    500 N Garfield Ave Ste 204

    Monterey Park, CA 91754

    (626) 280-4393

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    What is Dr. Kuei's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kuei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588659759.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuei?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kuei

    What is Dr. Joseph Kuei's specialty?

    Dr. Kuei is a Pulmonologist near Monterey Park, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Kuei to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Kuei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kuei is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Alhambra Hospital Medical Center, San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, Garfield Medical Center. 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 Pulmonologist?

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    Is Joseph Kuei accepting new patients in Monterey Park, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Kuei is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Kuei offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kuei's office at (626) 280-4393 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Kuei?

    Please contact Dr. Kuei's office at (626) 280-4393 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Kuei have?

    Dr. Joseph Kuei is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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