Summary

Dr. Helen Kuo treats nephrolithiasis, staghorn calculi, and prostate cancer, and performs urodynamic testing in her urology and surgery practice. She has 22 years of experience and is affiliated with Saint Lukes Rehabilitation Hospital. She sees patients in Boise and Nampa, Idaho, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kuo 3.8 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 3.8
  • 22 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Indiana University School Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 23 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Helen Jia Ru Kuo has 3 locations

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Boise , IDNampa , IDBoise , IDBoise , ID
Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Helen Jia Ru Kuo

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross of Idaho
  • Blue Cross of Idaho - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Group Health Cooperative
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • McLaren Health Plan
  • MDwise
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MediGold
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • PacificSource Health Plans - Medicare
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Regence BlueShield of Idaho
  • Regence BlueShield of Idaho - HMO
  • SelectHealth
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Helen Jia Ru Kuo has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Helen Jia Ru Kuo has the following 23 areas of expertise

  • Bladder inflammation (Pyelocystitis)
  • Bladder Issues
  • Bladder Removal (Cystectomy)
  • Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
  • Elevated Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA)
  • Enlarged Prostate (Prostatic Hyperplasia)
  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
  • Kidney Cancer (Renal Cell Carcinoma)
  • Kidney Stones
  • Kidney Stones (Nephrolithiasis)
  • Neurogenic Urinary Bladder
  • Overactive Urinary Bladder
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostatism (Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms)
  • Prostatitis
  • Surgery
  • Testicular Cancer (Seminoma)
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)
  • Urologic Cancer
  • Urologic Diseases
  • Urologic Emergencies
  • Vasectomy

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Dr. Helen Jia Ru Kuo holds an active medical license in the state of Idaho.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Idaho that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Indiana University School Of Medicine in 2004.

NPI Number

Dr. Kuo's NPI number is 1346407921.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Helen Kuo speak?
Dr. Helen Kuo speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Helen Kuo affiliated with?
Dr. Helen Kuo is affiliated with Saint Lukes Rehabilitation Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Helen Kuo?
You can find contact information for Dr. Helen Kuo here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Helen Kuo accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Helen Kuo accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Helen Kuo's office located?
Dr. Helen Kuo's office is located at 1055 N Curtis Rd, Boise, ID, 83706.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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