Dr. James Ku, MD

Lancaster, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Ku, Surgeon in Lancaster, PA?

Dr. James Ku, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lancaster, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ku graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Univ Of Nc Hosps, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Graduate Hosp (Tenet Hlth Sx), General Surgery. Dr. Ku is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ku’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ku’s office at (717) 544-2935.

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

Residency: Univ Of Nc Hosps, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Graduate Hosp (Tenet Hlth Sx), General Surgery | The Grad Hosp
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

Is Dr. Ku board certified as a Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. James Ku, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

What languages does Dr. Ku speak?

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

Chinese
English

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Ku typically treat?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Ku 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. Ku. 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:

Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
After Surgery
Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
Stomach surgery aftercare
Bowel surgery recovery

ICD-10 Codes:

Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

Also known as:

Severe Obesity
Class 3 Obesity
Class 1 Obesity
Class 2 Obesity
Obesity
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Morbid Obesity
Extreme Obesity
BMI Class 3 Obesity
Mild Obesity
Moderate Obesity
BMI Class 1 Obesity
Significant Obesity
Severe Obesity (Class 2)
BMI Class 2 Obesity

ICD-10 Codes:

E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
E66813: Obesity, class 3
E66811: Obesity, class 1
E66812: Obesity, class 2

Also known as:

Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Sleep Apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea
OSA
Blocked airway during sleep
Snoring and gasping during sleep

ICD-10 Codes:

G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Ku typically perform?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Ku 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. Ku. 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:

CPT Codes:

43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
43644: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; with gastric bypass and Roux-en-Y gastroenterostomy (roux limb 150 cm or less)

Also known as:

Laparoscopic Repair of Paraesophageal Hernia (No Mesh)
Keyhole Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Hiatal Hernia Repair
Fundoplasty (Laparoscopic)

CPT Codes:

43281: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair of paraesophageal hernia, includes fundoplasty, when performed; without implantation of mesh

Also known as:

Upper Endoscopy with Stomach/Duodenum Dilation
EGD with Dilation
Esophageal Dilation
Stomach Stricture Widening
Duodenal Stricture Repair

CPT Codes:

43245: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with dilation of gastric/duodenal stricture(s) (eg, balloon, bougie)

Does Dr. Ku accept my insurance?

Dr. Ku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 544-2935 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Ku accept in Lancaster, PA?

Dr. Ku in Lancaster, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System

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Where is Dr. Ku's office located?

Dr. James Ku's Primary Practice

2150 Harrisburg Pike Ste 300

Lancaster, PA 17601

(717) 544-2935

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Lg Health Nurse Practitioners

555 N Duke St

Lancaster, PA 17602

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What hospitals are Dr. Ku affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Ku has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital,Lancaster, PA

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 4 Procedures

Wellspan York Hospital,York, PA

Ranked General Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Reading Hospital Tower Health,West Reading, PA

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 6 Procedures

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

Dr. Ku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740240928.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ku?

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

What is Dr. James Ku's specialty?

Dr. Ku is a Surgeon near Lancaster, PA.

What does a Surgeon do?

General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

Is Dr. James Ku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Ku is affiliated with Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital, Wellspan York Hospital, Reading Hospital Tower Health 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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