Yuko Kono, M.D.
Yuko Kono is a Hepatology Internal Medicine specialist based in San Diego, CA with over 36 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY
Yuko Kono, M.D. practices as part of a group hepatology internal medicine specialist practice in San Diego, CA. With 36+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the San Diego area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 42% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2658dNPPES updated 2019-02-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103-9001
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.62%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in California1.62% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
243
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
152
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
740
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $213k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$759 received from industry
8 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Yuko Kono's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
36 years in practice
Senior practitioner
The discipline of Hepatology encompasses the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine considers Hepatology part of the subspecialty of gastroenterology. Physicians who identify themselves as Hepatologists usually, but not always, have been trained in gastrointestinal programs.
Taxonomy: 207RI0008X
Mailing address
Po Box 232410, San Diego, CA 92193-2410
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190008
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Yuko Kono
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Yuko Kono for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to San Diego required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yuko Kono
Dr. Kono is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in San Diego, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (800) 926-8273.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Yuko Kono
Practice Location
200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103-9001
Mailing Address
Po Box 232410, San Diego, CA 92193-2410
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