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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gitau, Medical Oncologist in Fargo, ND?
Dr. Mark Gitau, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Fargo, ND with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gitau is fluent in English and Swahili, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gitau’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gitau’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Gitau?
Dr. Mark Gitau, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical 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. Gitau empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Leukemia & Lymphoma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Fargo/ND community, Dr. Gitau is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Gitau board certified in Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Mark Gitau, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gitau speak?
Dr. Gitau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Swahili
What conditions does Dr. Gitau treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Gitau 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. Gitau. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Central Right Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Right female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central right female breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50111: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
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:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Cancer
- Endocrine Disease
- Malignant NET
- Neuroendocrine Cancer
- NET Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Mesothelioma
- Malignant Mesothelioma Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Mesothelioma
- Asbestos Cancer
- Pleural Mesothelioma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C450: Mesothelioma of pleura
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Which procedures does Dr. Gitau perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Mark Gitau may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gitau's office.
Does Dr. Gitau accept my insurance?
Dr. Gitau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gitau accept in Fargo, ND?
Dr. Gitau in Fargo, ND accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medica
Medicare
PrimeWest Health
Sanford Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gitau's office located?
What is Dr. Gitau's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gitau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225073661.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gitau?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gitau
What is Dr. Mark Gitau's specialty?
Dr. Gitau is a Medical Oncologist near Fargo, ND. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Gitau to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mark Gitau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gitau is affiliated with Sanford Medical Center Fargo 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
Where can I learn more about Medical Oncologist?
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Is Mark Gitau accepting new patients in Fargo, ND?
Yes, Dr. Mark Gitau is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Gitau offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gitau's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Gitau?
Please contact Dr. Gitau's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Gitau have?
Dr. Mark Gitau is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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