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Dr. Gitonga Munene, MD

Kalamazoo, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Munene, Surgical Oncologist in Kalamazoo, MI?

    Dr. Gitonga Munene, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Kalamazoo, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Munene is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Munene’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Munene’s office at (269) 382-2500.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Munene?

    Dr. Gitonga Munene, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Munene empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Gastrointestinal Cancer, Hepatobiliary Surgery, Pancreatic Cancer, Soft Tissue Tumors, Thyroid Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Kalamazoo/MI community, Dr. Munene is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Munene speak?

    Dr. Munene and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Munene treat?

    As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Munene 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. Munene. 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:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Cancer of the pancreas
    • Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
    • Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma
    • Cancer of Pancreas Tail

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
    • C251: Malignant neoplasm of body of pancreas
    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
    • C252: Malignant neoplasm of tail of pancreas

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cyst
    • Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
    • Pancreatic Disease
    • Cyst on Pancreas
    • Pancreatic Pseudocyst
    • Fluid Sac on Pancreas
    • Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
    • Named Pancreatic Conditions
    • Other Defined Pancreas Problems
    • Pancreas Disorder
    • Pancreatic Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K862: Cyst of pancreas
    • K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
    • K869: Disease of pancreas, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Liver Cancer
    • Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma
    • Metastatic Liver Cancer
    • Secondary Liver Tumor
    • Liver Metastasis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma
    • C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Growth of Unknown Type
    • Digestive Disease
    • Digestive tract tumor of unknown nature
    • GI growth of unknown type
    • Indeterminate digestive mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D490: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
    • Neuroendocrine Tumor
    • Secondary Neuroendocrine Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Cancer
    • Endocrine Disease
    • Other benign neuroendocrine growths
    • Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
    • Malignant NET
    • Neuroendocrine Cancer
    • NET Cancer
    • Metastatic Neuroendocrine Tumor
    • Spread NET
    • Secondary NET

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
    • C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
    • C7B8: Other secondary neuroendocrine tumors

    Also known as:

    • Non-cancerous Pancreas Growth
    • Benign Tumor
    • Pancreatic Disease
    • Benign pancreas tumor
    • Pancreas neoplasm
    • Non-malignant pancreas mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D136: Benign neoplasm of pancreas

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other specified liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Uncommon liver conditions
    • Rare liver diseases
    • Specific liver disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7689: Other specified diseases of liver

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Cancer
    • Liver Cancer
    • Cholangiocarcinoma
    • Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Bile Duct
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Biliary Obstruction
    • Bile Duct Blockage
    • Obstructed Bile Duct

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K831: Obstruction of bile duct

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    • Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
    • GIST
    • GI stromal tumor
    • Stomach and bowel tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C49A0: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor, unspecified site

    Which procedures does Dr. Munene perform as a Surgical Oncologist?

    As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gitonga Munene may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Munene's office.

    Does Dr. Munene accept my insurance?

    Dr. Munene accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 382-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Munene accept in Kalamazoo, MI?

    Dr. Munene in Kalamazoo, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Munene's office located?

    Dr. Gitonga Munene's Primary Practice

    200 N Park St

    Kalamazoo, MI 49007

    (269) 382-2500

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    Dr. Gitonga Munene's Practice 2

    1000 Oakland Dr

    Kalamazoo, MI 49008

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    Dr. Gitonga Munene's Practice 3

    601 John St Ste M-283A

    Kalamazoo, MI 49007

    (269) 349-7696

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    What is Dr. Munene's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Munene's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164663829.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Munene?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Munene

    What is Dr. Gitonga Munene's specialty?

    Dr. Munene is a Surgical Oncologist near Kalamazoo, MI. 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. Contact Dr. Munene to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gitonga Munene affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Munene is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, Ascension Borgess Hospital 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 Gitonga Munene accepting new patients in Kalamazoo, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Gitonga Munene is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gitonga Munene offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Munene's office at (269) 382-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gitonga Munene?

    Please contact Dr. Munene's office at (269) 382-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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