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Dr. Donald Mitema, MD

Transplant Surgeon

Jackson, MS

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mitema, Transplant Surgeon in Jackson, MS?

    Dr. Donald Mitema, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS. Dr. Mitema is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mitema’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mitema’s office at (507) 284-2511.

    What languages does Dr. Mitema speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Mitema typically treat?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Mitema 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. Mitema. 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.

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Mitema typically perform?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Mitema 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. Mitema. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
    • Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
    • Plasma Pheresis
    • Blood Plasma Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis

    Does Dr. Mitema accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mitema accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mitema accept in Jackson, MS?

    Dr. Mitema in Jackson, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • Cigna Group

    • Globe Life

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Mississippi

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mitema's office located?

    Dr. Donald Mitema's Primary Practice

    1600 N State St Ste 200

    Jackson, MS 39202

    (507) 284-2511

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    What hospitals are Dr. Mitema affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Mitema has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mississippi Baptist Medical Center,Jackson, MS
    Montfort Jones Memorial Hospital,Kosciusko, MS
    Baptist Memorial Hospital - Leake,Carthage, MS
    Simpson General Hospital,Mendenhall, MS
    Ochsner Scott Regional,Morton, MS

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

    Dr. Mitema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053622142.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mitema?

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

    What is Dr. Donald Mitema's specialty?

    Dr. Mitema is a Transplant Surgeon near Jackson, MS.

    What does a Transplant Surgeon do?

    A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.

    Is Dr. Donald Mitema affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mitema is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock 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

    When to see a Transplant Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Transplant Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Donald Mitema accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Mitema is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Mitema offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mitema's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Donald Mitema?

    Please contact Dr. Mitema's office at (507) 284-2511 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mitema's office located?

    Dr. Mitema's office is located in Jackson, MS.