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Who is Dr. Kitagawa, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Melanie Kitagawa, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Kitagawa graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed her residency at Baylor College of Medicine Program. Dr. Kitagawa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kitagawa’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kitagawa’s office at (832) 826-6230.
Where did Dr. Kitagawa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Minnesota Med School
What languages does Dr. Kitagawa speak?
Dr. Kitagawa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kitagawa treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kitagawa 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. Kitagawa. 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.
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and long-term lung failure with high CO2
- Acute-on-chronic hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Mixed respiratory failure with hypercapnia
- Sudden lung failure with high CO2
- Hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Long-Term Lung Failure with CO2 Retention
- Chronic Hypercapnic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Excess CO2
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9622: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia
- J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9612: Chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Which procedures does Dr. Kitagawa perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melanie Kitagawa may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kitagawa's office.
Does Dr. Kitagawa accept my insurance?
Dr. Kitagawa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 826-6230 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kitagawa accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Kitagawa in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kitagawa's office located?
Dr. Melanie Kitagawa's Primary Practice
6621 Fannin St Ste W6006
Houston, TX 77030
(832) 826-6230
What is Dr. Kitagawa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kitagawa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558667311.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kitagawa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kitagawa
What is Dr. Melanie Kitagawa's specialty?
Dr. Kitagawa is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Kitagawa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melanie Kitagawa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kitagawa is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
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Is Melanie Kitagawa accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Kitagawa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melanie Kitagawa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kitagawa's office at (832) 826-6230 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melanie Kitagawa?
Please contact Dr. Kitagawa's office at (832) 826-6230 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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