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Dr. Vincent Ko, MD

Irvine, CA

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ko, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Irvine, CA?

    Dr. Vincent Ko, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Irvine, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Ko completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Ko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ko’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. Ko’s office.

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

    • Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology

    • Medical School: University of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny

    What languages does Dr. Ko speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ko treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Ko 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. Ko. 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:

    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
    • Benign Descending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
    • Sigmoid colon adenoma
    • Sigmoid colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous descending colon growth
    • Descending colon adenoma
    • Descending colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
    • D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
    • D124: Benign neoplasm of descending colon

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Esophagitis
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Barrett’s Esophagus
    • Barrett's condition
    • Esophageal metaplasia
    • Inflammation of the Esophagus
    • Sore Esophagus
    • Esophageal Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia
    • K2090: Esophagitis, unspecified without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Esophagus Inflammation
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophagitis
    • Inflamed Esophagus
    • Sore Esophagus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2080: Other esophagitis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Acute and chronic gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Polyp
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Rectal Growth
    • Colon Polyp
    • Benign Rectal Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K621: Rectal polyp

    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:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Bronchopneumonia
    • Pneumonia
    • Lung infection
    • Bronchial pneumonia
    • Lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J180: Bronchopneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    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

    Does Dr. Ko accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ko 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. Ko accept in Irvine, CA?

    Dr. Ko in Irvine, 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

    • CalOptima

    • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ko's office located?

    Dr. Vincent Ko's Primary Practice

    16200 Sand Canyon Ave

    Irvine, CA 92618

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    Dr. Vincent Ko's Practice 2

    55 Fruit St # 219

    Boston, MA 02114

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

    Dr. Ko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649246562.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ko?

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

    What is Dr. Vincent Ko's specialty?

    Dr. Ko is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Irvine, CA. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Ko to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Vincent Ko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ko is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 Vincent Ko accepting new patients in Irvine, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Vincent Ko is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vincent Ko offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ko's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vincent Ko?

    Please contact Dr. Ko's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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