Summary

Dr. Young-Kul Yoo is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who graduated from Seoul National University College of Medicine. With five decades of medical practice, he brings extensive expertise in digestive health and comprehensive internal medicine care. Dr. Yoo is fluent in both English and Korean, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Yoo practices at Lehigh Valley Hospital locations in Allentown, Hazleton, and Lehighton, Pennsylvania, with his primary affiliation at Lehigh Valley Hospital Hazleton. He specializes in treating colon polyps, GERD, and esophagitis. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopy procedures to diagnose and treat digestive conditions. Patients rate Dr. Yoo 4.2 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.2
  • 50 years of experience
  • 63 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Korean
  • Seoul National University College Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Young-Kul Kul Yoo has 3 locations

Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest

1200 S Cedar Crest BlvdAllentown, PA 18103

Lehigh Valley Hospital Hazleton

700 E Broad StHazleton, PA 18201

Lehigh Valley Hospital Carbon

2128 Blakeslee Boulevard Dr ELehighton, PA 18235

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
4.1 
50 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Korean Speaks English
Allentown , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Seoul National University College Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Albany Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Young-Kul Kul Yoo

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Allwell
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Choice
  • Devoted Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - HMO
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • National Vision Administrators
  • National Vision Administrators - Workers’ Compensation
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • PreferredOne
  • Priority Health
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Federal Employees Program
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Young-Kul Kul Yoo has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Young-Kul Kul Yoo has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Dr. Young-Kul Kul Yoo holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Seoul National University College Of Medicine in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Yoo's NPI number is 1548243330.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Young-Kul Yoo accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Young-Kul Yoo accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Young-Kul Yoo's office located?
Dr. Young-Kul Yoo's office is located at 1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Allentown, PA, 18103.
Which hospitals is Dr. Young-Kul Yoo affiliated with?
Dr. Young-Kul Yoo is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Hospital Hazleton.
Does Dr. Young-Kul Yoo accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Young-Kul Yoo has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Young-Kul Yoo?
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