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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kitano, Surgical Oncologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Mio Kitano, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kitano is fluent in English, Japanese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kitano’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kitano’s office at (210) 450-5990.
What languages does Dr. Kitano speak?
Dr. Kitano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Kitano typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Kitano 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. Kitano. 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:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Appendix Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
Also known as:
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Appendix
- Colonic Disease
- Indeterminate appendix mass
- Appendix tumor of unknown nature
- Appendix neoplasm of uncertain behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D373: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of appendix
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Kitano typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Kitano 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. Kitano. 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:
- Laparoscopic Biopsy
- Minimally Invasive Biopsy
- Peritoneal Biopsy
- Abdominal Biopsy via Laparoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 49321: Laparoscopy, surgical; with biopsy (single or multiple)
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
- Exploratory Laparoscopy
- Abdominal Scope
- Peritoneal Biopsy
- Omentum Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
- Parathyroidectomy
- Parathyroid Gland Surgery
- Hyperparathyroidism Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);
Also known as:
- Total Thyroid Removal
- Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
- Complete thyroidectomy
- Thyroid gland removal
- Thyroid surgery
- Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroid Lobe Removal
- Partial Thyroidectomy
- Isthmusectomy
CPT Codes:
- 60240: Thyroidectomy, total or complete
- 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Kitano accept my insurance?
Dr. Kitano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 450-5990 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kitano accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Kitano in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kitano's office located?
Dr. Mio Kitano's Primary Practice
7979 Wurzbach Rd Fl 6
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 450-5990
What is Dr. Kitano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kitano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740415785.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kitano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kitano
What is Dr. Mio Kitano's specialty?
Dr. Kitano is a Surgical Oncologist near San Antonio, TX.
What does a Surgical Oncologist do?
A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research.
Is this Dr. Mio Kitano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kitano is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Dhr Health, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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 Mio Kitano accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Mio Kitano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mio Kitano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kitano's office at (210) 450-5990 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mio Kitano?
Please contact Dr. Kitano's office at (210) 450-5990 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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