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Who is Dr. Citta, Family Medicine Specialist in Columbus, NE?
Dr. Joseph Citta, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbus, NE. Dr. Citta graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NE COLL OF MEDICINE. Dr. Citta is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Citta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Citta’s office at (402) 564-1338.
Where did Dr. Citta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: UNIVERSITY OF NE COLL OF MEDICINE
What languages does Dr. Citta speak?
Dr. Citta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Citta typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Citta diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Citta. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Citta typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Citta performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Citta. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
- Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
- Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
- Banding of Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoid Banding
CPT Codes:
- 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)
Also known as:
- EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
- Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
- Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
- EGD with Balloon Widening
CPT Codes:
- 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Citta accept my insurance?
Dr. Citta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 564-1338 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Citta accept in Columbus, NE?
Dr. Citta in Columbus, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Fidelity Insurance Group
First Administrators
Medica Group
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Citta's office located?
What is Dr. Citta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Citta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992960801.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Citta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Citta
What is Dr. Joseph Citta's specialty?
Dr. Citta is a Family Medicine Specialist near Columbus, NE.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Joseph Citta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Citta is affiliated with Columbus Community Hospital - Columbus, Ne, Nebraska Medical Center, Bryan East Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Joseph Citta accepting new patients in Columbus, NE?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Citta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Citta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Citta's office at (402) 564-1338 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Citta?
Please contact Dr. Citta's office at (402) 564-1338 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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