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Dr. Alexander Kuo, MD

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(254 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Hepatology and Adult Gastroenterology

University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine (2001)

Professional interests include: transplant procedures, liver transplant, gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), and more.

8900 Beverly Boulevard 3rd Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90048

(310) 423-2641

Dr. Alexander Kuo, MD is a hepatologist in Los Angeles, CA specializing in adult hepatology and adult gastroenterology. He graduated from University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine in 2001 and has 23 years of experience. Dr. Alexander Kuo, MD is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai and CEDARS-SINAI MEDICAL CARE FOUNDATION.

Office Locations

Address:

8900 Beverly Boulevard 3rd Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Some issues Dr. Alexander Kuo, MD can help you with:

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

diagnostic procedures	23
doctor visit	198
gastrointestinal procedures	32
hospital care	182
inpatient care	182
minimally invasive procedures	56
minor procedures	24

**Gender**
Male	143
Female	89

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	90
Black	21
Hispanic	82
Asian	27
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	94
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	120

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	31
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	47
Dementia	6
Cancer	8

diagnostic procedures	31
doctor visit	208
gastrointestinal procedures	55
hospital care	245
inpatient care	245
minimally invasive procedures	73
minor procedures	18
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	13

**Gender**
Male	157
Female	87

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	111
Black	18
Hispanic	77
Asian	26
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	94
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	130

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	27
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	46
Dementia	6
Cancer	5

doctor visit	163
gastrointestinal procedures	29
hospital care	163
inpatient care	163
minimally invasive procedures	28

**Gender**
Male	248
Female	156

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	188
Black	0
Hispanic	116
Asian	62
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	184
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	168

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	31
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	42
Dementia	7
Cancer	6

diagnostic procedures	14
doctor visit	175
gastrointestinal procedures	45
hospital care	214
inpatient care	214
minimally invasive procedures	44
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	15

**Gender**
Male	142
Female	94

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	107
Black	0
Hispanic	80
Asian	32
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	93
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	109

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	55
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	46
Dementia	7
Cancer	8

blood draw	32
doctor visit	164
gastrointestinal procedures	13
lab tests	14
minimally invasive procedures	12

**Gender**
Male	108
Female	90

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	132
Black	0
Hispanic	30
Asian	18
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	91
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	59

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	55
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	43
Dementia	10
Cancer	10

blood draw	29
doctor visit	106
hospital care	41
inpatient care	41
lab tests	19

**Gender**
Male	81
Female	64

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	95
Black	14
Hispanic	16
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	78
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	35

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	41
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

doctor visit	172
hospital care	211
inpatient care	211
liver imaging	33
ultrasound (sonogram)	33

**Gender**
Male	130
Female	110

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	108
Black	0
Hispanic	71
Asian	32
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	133
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	66

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	53
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	65
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	45
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	56
Dementia	11
Cancer	11

doctor visit	267
hospital care	332
inpatient care	332
liver imaging	64
ultrasound (sonogram)	64

**Gender**
Male	197
Female	165

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	170
Black	33
Hispanic	100
Asian	48
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	204
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	94

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	55
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	69
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	40
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	57
Dementia	16
Cancer	10

doctor visit	652
hospital care	501
inpatient care	501
liver imaging	92
ultrasound (sonogram)	92

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Kuo, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Alexander Kuo, MD treated as a hepatologist in Los Angeles, CA were hospital care, inpatient care, ultrasound (sonogram) and liver imaging.

blood draw	30
diagnostic procedures	23
doctor visit	236
gastrointestinal procedures	35
hospital care	236
inpatient care	236
lab tests	16
liver imaging	63
minimally invasive procedures	43
minor procedures	21
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	14
ultrasound (sonogram)	63

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alexander Kuo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	120
Female	85

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	8
Asian / Pacific Islander	24
Non-Hispanic White	100
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	57
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	78
65 to 74	97

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alexander Kuo, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Alexander Kuo, MD treated were hypertension, chronic kidney disease, diabetes and high cholesterol.

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	32
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	37
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Cancer	6
Dementia	7

Education & Training

Dr. Alexander Kuo, MD graduated from University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine in 2001. He completed residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. He is certified by the IM/Gastroenterology, American Board of Internal Medicine IM/Hepatology, American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine (2001)

Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital

Board Certification: IM/Gastroenterology, American Board of Internal Medicine IM/Hepatology, American Board of Internal Medicine

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Alexander Kuo, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Cedars-Sinai

CEDARS-SINAI MEDICAL CARE FOUNDATION

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Alexander Kuo, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA PPO, CIGNA HMO, MultiPlan PPO, MultiPlan, United Healthcare PPO, Coventry PPO, United Healthcare HMO, Aetna, Railroad Medicare, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Humana, Anthem Blue Cross PPO, Cigna, Medi-Cal, Anthem, Health Net PPO, Health Net HMO, HealthSmart PPO, HealthSmart, Optima Health, First Health, Beech Street, Aetna PPO, Aetna HMO, Aids Healthcare Foundation HMO, Gold Coast PPO, Aids Healthcare Foundation PPO, Blue Shield California HMO, Health Net MAH, Aids Healthcare Foundation MAH, CareMore HMO, Blue Shield California PPO, Medicare MCR, Blue Shield California MAH and CareMore MAH.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Alexander Kuo, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

CIGNA PPO

CIGNA HMO

MultiPlan PPO

MultiPlan

United Healthcare PPO

Coventry PPO

United Healthcare HMO

Aetna

Railroad Medicare

United Healthcare

Anthem Blue Cross HMO

Humana

Anthem Blue Cross PPO

Cigna

Medi-Cal

Anthem

Health Net PPO

Health Net HMO

HealthSmart PPO

HealthSmart

Optima Health

First Health

Beech Street

Aetna PPO

Aetna HMO

Aids Healthcare Foundation HMO

Gold Coast PPO

Aids Healthcare Foundation PPO

Blue Shield California HMO

Health Net MAH

Aids Healthcare Foundation MAH

CareMore HMO

Blue Shield California PPO

Medicare MCR

Blue Shield California MAH

CareMore MAH

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Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Alexander Kuo, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.81 out of 5 stars based on 254 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Alexander Kuo, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Los Angeles, CA.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-09-19