Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ruth Kuo, M.D.
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Anesthesiology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
- NPI 1568704658
- Accepts Medicare
- 13 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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531 W College St
Los Angeles, CA 900122315
(213) 624-8411
fax (213) 680-0977 - Additional location
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4060 Whittier Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 900232526
(323) 268-5514
fax (323) 260-4277 - Additional location
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900 S Atlantic Blvd
Monterey Park, CA 917544716
(626) 570-9000
fax (626) 570-5700 - Mailing address
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1959 Ne Pacific St, University of Washington, Box 356540
Seattle, WA 981956540
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 17, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #A146518 · Washington #60792220
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1568704658. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
67
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$10,618
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00811 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope | 17 | 17 | $132 | |
00731 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope | 15 | 15 | $141 | |
00812 |
Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope | 12 | 12 | $103 | |
01402 |
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement | 12 | 12 | $359 | |
64447 |
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) | 11 | 11 | $66 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 169 peers in Los Angeles Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 34. This provider delivers 2.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$815
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fujifilm Sonosite, INC. | 1 | $800.00 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $15.16 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ruth Kuo's medical specialty?
Dr. Ruth Kuo practices Anesthesiology Physician in Los Angeles, CA.
Where does Dr. Ruth Kuo practice?
Dr. Ruth Kuo practices at 531 W College St, Los Angeles, CA 900122315. Office phone: 2136248411.
What is Dr. Ruth Kuo's NPI?
Dr. Ruth Kuo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568704658, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ruth Kuo accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ruth Kuo accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ruth Kuo commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00811); Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00731); Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope (HCPCS 00812). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.