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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kuo, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Tulare, CA?
Dr. Samuel Kuo, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Tulare, CA. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kuo graduated from Taipei Med University and completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kuo is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuo’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuo’s office at (559) 688-8899.
Where did Dr. Kuo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine | Cook County Hospital Program
Medical School: Taipei Med Coll, Taipei, Taiwan (- Prior / | Taipei Med University
Is Dr. Kuo board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Kuo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kuo speak?
Dr. Kuo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Kuo treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology 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.
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Lymphocytosis
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
- High lymphocyte count
- Elevated lymphocytes
- Lymphocyte increase
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
- D72820: Lymphocytosis (symptomatic)
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Kuo perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Samuel Kuo may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kuo's office.
Does Dr. Kuo accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 688-8899 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kuo accept in Tulare, CA?
Dr. Kuo in Tulare, 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
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
GEMCare
Humana
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1861478422.
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. Samuel Kuo's specialty?
Dr. Kuo is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Tulare, CA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Kuo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Samuel Kuo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kuo is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center, Adventist Health Hanford 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Samuel Kuo accepting new patients in Tulare, CA?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Kuo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Kuo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kuo's office at (559) 688-8899 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Kuo?
Please contact Dr. Kuo's office at (559) 688-8899 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samuel Kuo have?
Dr. Samuel Kuo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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