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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kitahara, Thoracic Surgeon in Washington, DC?
Dr. Hiroto Kitahara is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kitahara is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kitahara’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kitahara’s office at (202) 877-7464.
What languages does Dr. Kitahara speak?
Dr. Kitahara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does Dr. Kitahara treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Torn Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Ascending Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I71010: Dissection of ascending aorta
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Infective Endocarditis
- Endocarditis
- Heart valve infection
- Bacterial endocarditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I330: Acute and subacute infective endocarditis
Also known as:
- Superficial Incision Infection After Surgery
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Skin incision infection
- Surface surgical site infection
- Minor wound infection after operation
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8141XA: Infection following a procedure, superficial incisional surgical site, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Kitahara perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Hiroto Kitahara may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
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 (202) 877-7464 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kitahara accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Kitahara in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Chevron
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kitahara's office located?
Dr. Hiroto Kitahara's Primary Practice
110 Irving St NW
Washington, DC 20010
(202) 877-7464
Dr. Hiroto Kitahara's Practice 2
5841 S. Maryland Avenue M/C6040
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 702-3554
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 1760930028.
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. Hiroto Kitahara's specialty?
Dr. Kitahara is a Thoracic Surgeon near Washington, DC. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Kitahara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hiroto Kitahara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kitahara is affiliated with UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital 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 Hiroto Kitahara accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Hiroto Kitahara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hiroto Kitahara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kitahara's office at (202) 877-7464 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hiroto Kitahara?
Please contact Dr. Kitahara's office at (202) 877-7464 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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