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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nitahara, Urologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kenneth Nitahara, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Nitahara completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Urology; Oh State Univ Hosp, Urology; Oh State Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Nitahara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nitahara’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nitahara’s office at (619) 528-5000.
Where did Dr. Nitahara go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Urology; Oh State Univ Hosp, Urology; Oh State Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Oh State University Hospital
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
Is Dr. Nitahara board certified in Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Nitahara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Nitahara speak?
Dr. Nitahara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nitahara treat?
As a Urologist, Dr. Nitahara 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. Nitahara. 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:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- History of Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Past kidney stones
- Previous urinary stones
- History of renal calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- Z87442: Personal history of urinary calculi
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
- BPH
- Prostate Enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R339: Retention of urine, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
Also known as:
- Urinary and Genital Symptoms
- Urine and Urination
- Genitourinary signs
- Urogenital symptoms
- Reproductive and urinary issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system
Also known as:
- Urogenital Implants
- Urinary Tract Implants
- Reproductive Organ Implants
- Genitourinary Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z960: Presence of urogenital implants
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Bladder Disorder
- Bladder Disease
- Bladder Problems
- Bladder Condition
- Urinary Bladder Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- N329: Bladder disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
- Vaccine Refusal
- Patient Declined Vaccination
- Unvaccinated by Choice
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason
Also known as:
- History of prostate cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Past prostate cancer
- Prostate cancer survivor
- Previous prostatic malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8546: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Bladder Nerve and Muscle Problems
- Bladder Disease
- Neurogenic Bladder
- Bladder Control Issues
- Nerve Damage Affecting Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N319: Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Personal History of Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Past bladder cancer
- Previous urinary bladder malignancy
- History of bladder tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8551: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of bladder
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary urgency
- Urgent need to pee
- Overactive bladder symptom
ICD-10 Codes:
- R3915: Urgency of urination
Which procedures does Dr. Nitahara perform as a Urologist?
As a Urologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kenneth Nitahara may include:
- Aesthetic Urology Consultation
- Bladder and Kidney Ultrasound
- Circumcision / Phimosis
- Cystoscopy
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Shockwave Therapy
- Erectile Dysfunction / Impotence / Male Sexual Dysfunction
- Evaluation of Kidney Mass
- Invasive Urologic Procedure
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nitahara's office.
Does Dr. Nitahara accept my insurance?
Dr. Nitahara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nitahara accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Nitahara in San Diego, 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
Brand New Day
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
Universal Health Care
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Where is Dr. Nitahara's office located?
What is Dr. Nitahara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nitahara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861540742.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nitahara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nitahara
What is Dr. Kenneth Nitahara's specialty?
Dr. Nitahara is a Urologist near San Diego, CA. A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures. Contact Dr. Nitahara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Nitahara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nitahara is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego 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
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Is Kenneth Nitahara accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Nitahara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Nitahara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nitahara's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Nitahara?
Please contact Dr. Nitahara's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Nitahara have?
Dr. Kenneth Nitahara is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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