Summary

Dr. Helen Kuo is a urologist and surgeon with 22 years of experience treating conditions of the urinary system and male reproductive organs. She earned her medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and has developed expertise in both surgical and non-surgical urological care. Dr. Kuo is bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Kuo practices at multiple locations throughout the Boise and Nampa area, including Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center and St. Luke's Boise Medical Center. She specializes in treating kidney stones, including complex staghorn calculi, and provides comprehensive care for prostate cancer patients. Her diagnostic capabilities include performing urinalysis, urodynamic testing to evaluate bladder function, and creatinine tests to assess kidney health. Patients have given Dr. Kuo an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

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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

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Helen Jia Ru Kuo has 3 locations

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Accepts New Patients
3.8 
22 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Boise , IDBoise , IDCharlotte , NCBoise , ID
Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston Med School: Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah Med School: Case Western Reserve University 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

Where is Dr. Helen Kuo's office located?
Dr. Helen Kuo's office is located at 1055 N Curtis Rd, Boise, ID, 83706.
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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Helen Kuo affiliated with?
Dr. Helen Kuo is affiliated with Saint Lukes Rehabilitation Hospital.
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.

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