Summary

Dr. Kuo specializes in the treatment of complex kidney stones, vasectomy, female and male incontinence and minimally invasive treatment for stones, prostate enlargement, renal tumors, obstruction and prostate cancer. Dr. Kuo has a special interest in urologic oncology, including testis and bladder cancer surgery. She is proficient in robotic and laparoscopic surgery.

Dr. Kuo joined Idaho Urologic Institute in 2010 and is a board certified urologist. A graduate of Northwestern University, Dr. Kuo completed medical school, internship and residency at the Indiana University School of Medicine.

She is a member of the American Urological Association, American Medical Association, the Ada County Medical Association, and the Idaho Medical Association. She is a diplomate of the American Board of Urology.

Dr. Kuo has medical privileges at St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Centers, Boise and Nampa; St. Luke's Regional Medical Centers, Boise and Meridian; Southwest Advanced Care Hospital; and Vibra Hospital of Boise.
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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
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Helen Jia Ru Kuo has 3 locations

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Accepts New Patients
3.8 
22 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Boise , IDBoise , IDNampa , IDBoise , ID
Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston
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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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Idaho, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Indiana University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2004

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Helen Kuo accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Helen Kuo has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Helen Kuo's office located?
Dr. Helen Kuo's office is located at 1055 N Curtis Rd, Boise, ID, 83706.
Which hospitals is Dr. Helen Kuo affiliated with?
Dr. Helen Kuo is affiliated with Saint Lukes Rehabilitation Hospital.
Does Dr. Helen Kuo accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Helen Kuo accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Helen Kuo accepting new patients?
Dr. Helen Kuo has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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