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Dr. Elbert Kuo, MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (CMS: Thoracic Surgery) · Surgery Physician · Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician · Surgery Physician · Jacksonville, FL
- NPI 1770669152
- Accepts Medicare
- 25 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
1301 Palm Ave Ste 600
Jacksonville, FL 322078457
(904) 202-7300
fax (904) 202-2754 - Additional location
-
14546 Old Saint Augustine RD Ste 2307
Jacksonville, FL 322585468 - Mailing address
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Po Box 746654
Atlanta, GA 303746654
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 3, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208G00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Florida #ME173016 · Arizona #43076
- Medicaid (2)
- AZ #524148 · FL #126731600
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1770669152. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
170
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$35,022
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 76 | 63 | $140 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 26 | 14 | $77 | |
32674 |
Removal of lymph nodes of chest cavity using an endoscope | 15 | 15 | $171 | |
36561 |
Insertion of central venous tube with port (5 years or older) | 14 | 13 | $299 | |
32663 |
Exam of lung with removal of lung lobe using an endoscope | 13 | 13 | $1,170 | |
76937 |
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access | 13 | 13 | $14 | |
77001 |
Fluoroscopic guidance for insertion or removal of central vein access device | 13 | 13 | $18 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 15 peers in this city , average services per provider: 25. This provider delivers 6.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,715
Transactions
11
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, Inc. | 3 | $1,955.58 | |
| Davol Inc. | 3 | $335.05 | |
| Pulmonx Corporation | 1 | $149.75 | |
| INTUITIVE SURGICAL, INC. | 2 | $135.85 | |
| Ethicon Inc. | 1 | $119.15 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 1 | $19.20 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
12
Patients
11
Total drug cost
$87
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 12 | 11 | $87 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Elbert Kuo's medical specialty?
Dr. Elbert Kuo practices Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician in Jacksonville, FL.
Where does Dr. Elbert Kuo practice?
Dr. Elbert Kuo practices at 1301 Palm Ave Ste 600, Jacksonville, FL 322078457. Office phone: 9042027300.
What is Dr. Elbert Kuo's NPI?
Dr. Elbert Kuo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770669152, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Elbert Kuo accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Elbert Kuo accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Elbert Kuo commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Removal of lymph nodes of chest cavity using an endoscope (HCPCS 32674). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.