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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kita, Otolaryngologist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Ashley Kita is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kita is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kita’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kita’s office at (310) 465-2255.
What languages does Dr. Kita speak?
Dr. Kita and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kita treat?
As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Kita 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. Kita. 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:
- Blocked Earwax
- Blocked Right Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
- Impacted Earwax Right Ear
- Excessive Right Earwax
- Right Earwax Impaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
- H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Ear Disorder in Both Ears
- Ear Disorder
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Ear Condition
- Both Ear Problems
- Aural Disorder Bilateral
- Ear Problem
- Ear Condition
- Hearing Issues
- Ringing in Ears
- Ear Noise
- Head Noise
ICD-10 Codes:
- H938X3: Other specified disorders of ear, bilateral
- H938X1: Other specified disorders of right ear
- H938X2: Other specified disorders of left ear
- H9312: Tinnitus, left ear
Also known as:
- Hearing Loss in Both Ears
- Other Types of Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Bilateral Deafness
- Hearing Impairment Both Sides
- Poor Hearing in Both Ears
- Uncommon Hearing Loss
- Atypical Hearing Loss
- Hearing Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9193: Unspecified hearing loss, bilateral
- H918X3: Other specified hearing loss, bilateral
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Nose and Sinus Disorder
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Nasal problems
- Sinus problems
- Nose and sinus conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
Also known as:
- Pharynx Disorder
- Throat Disorder
- Throat conditions
- Pharyngeal diseases
- Problems with the pharynx
ICD-10 Codes:
- J392: Other diseases of pharynx
Also known as:
- Postnasal Drip
- Sinusitis
- PND
- Mucus in throat
- Throat clearing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0982: Postnasal drip
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Itching
- Pruritus
- Skin Itch
- Generalized Itching
ICD-10 Codes:
- L299: Pruritus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lip Disorder
- Mouth Disorder
- Lip Problems
- Diseases of the Lips
- Oral Lip Conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- K130: Diseases of lips
Also known as:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Which procedures does Dr. Kita perform as a Otolaryngologist?
As a Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ashley Kita may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kita's office.
Does Dr. Kita accept my insurance?
Dr. Kita accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 465-2255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kita accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Kita in Torrance, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kita's office located?
Dr. Ashley Kita's Primary Practice
23550 Hawthorne Blvd Ste 180
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 465-2255
What is Dr. Kita's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kita's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578950531.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kita?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kita
What is Dr. Ashley Kita's specialty?
Dr. Kita is a Otolaryngologist near Torrance, CA. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Kita to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ashley Kita affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kita is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica 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 Ashley Kita accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ashley Kita is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashley Kita offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kita's office at (310) 465-2255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashley Kita?
Please contact Dr. Kita's office at (310) 465-2255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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