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Who is Dr. Kitahara, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Sumire Kitahara, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Kitahara graduated from University of California. Dr. Kitahara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kitahara’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kitahara’s office at (310) 423-6623.
Where did Dr. Kitahara go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Kitahara board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Sumire Kitahara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Kitahara speak?
Dr. Kitahara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kitahara treat?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Kitahara 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. Kitahara. 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:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low White Blood Cell Count
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Other White Blood Cell Disorder
- Blood Disorder
- Leukopenia
- Low WBC count
- Immune system weakness
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
- Uncommon white blood cell conditions
- Rare leukocyte disorders
- Specific white blood cell problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72819: Decreased white blood cell count, unspecified
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
- D7289: Other specified disorders of white blood cells
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Blood and Bone Marrow Disorder
- Blood Disorder
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Hematologic Conditions
- Diseases of Blood-Forming Organs
ICD-10 Codes:
- D7589: Other specified diseases of blood and blood-forming organs
- D759: Disease of blood and blood-forming organs, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Types of Pancytopenia
- Blood Disorder
- Rare pancytopenia
- Uncommon low blood counts
- Bone marrow failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D61818: Other pancytopenia
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Lymphatic Disorder
- Lymphatic Disease
- Lymph Node Disorder
- Lymph Vessel Disease
- Non-Infectious Lymphatic Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- I898: Other specified noninfective disorders of lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Kitahara perform as a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sumire Kitahara may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kitahara's office.
Does Dr. Kitahara accept my insurance?
Dr. Kitahara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-6623 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kitahara accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Kitahara in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kitahara's office located?
Dr. Sumire Kitahara's Primary Practice
8635 W 3rd St Ste 465W
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 423-6623
What is Dr. Kitahara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kitahara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740587583.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kitahara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kitahara
What is Dr. Sumire Kitahara's specialty?
Dr. Kitahara is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Los Angeles, CA. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Kitahara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sumire Kitahara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kitahara is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
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Is Sumire Kitahara accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sumire Kitahara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sumire Kitahara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kitahara's office at (310) 423-6623 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sumire Kitahara?
Please contact Dr. Kitahara's office at (310) 423-6623 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sumire Kitahara have?
Dr. Sumire Kitahara is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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