Summary

Dr. Yuko Kono treats patients with gastroenterology and transplant surgery needs, performing chemoembolization and contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) and seeing patients for gastrointestinal radiology. She has practiced for 36 years and is affiliated with University of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest. Dr. Kono earned her MD and PhD from Kyoto University Faculty of Medicine and sees patients in San Diego, California. She speaks English and Japanese. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kono 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 36 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Japanese
  • Kyoto University Faculty Of Medicine
  • 4 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

UC San Diego Health

3855 Health Sciences Drive Moores Cancer CenterSan Diego, CA 92037
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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36 Years of Experience
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San Diego , CATempe , AZSacramento , CASacramento , CA
Med School: Kyoto University Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Charles R Drew University Med School: University of South Alabama Med School: Emory University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Yuko Kono

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Brand New Day - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Community Health Group
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Empire Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Medical Specialties

Yuko Kono has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Yuko Kono has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Autoimmune Hepatitis
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Gastroenterologist
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hepatocellular Carcinoma
  • Hepatologist
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Portal Hypertension
  • Transplant Surgeon
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Yuko Kono holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Kyoto University Faculty Of Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

Yuko Kono's NPI number is 1982628665.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yuko Kono accepting new patients?
Yuko Kono is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Yuko Kono's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Yuko Kono accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Yuko Kono accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Yuko Kono affiliated with?
Yuko Kono is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest.
What languages does Yuko Kono speak?
Yuko Kono speaks English and Japanese.
Where is Yuko Kono's office located?
Yuko Kono's office is located at 3855 Health Sciences Drive Moores Cancer Center, San Diego, CA, 92037.

Data Sources

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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