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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kita, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Orchard Park, NY?
Dr. Joseph Kita, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Orchard Park, NY. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Kita graduated from University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and completed his residency at Strong Memorial Hospital. Dr. Kita is fluent in English and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kita’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kita’s office at (716) 662-3443.
Where did Dr. Kita go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Strong Memorial Hospital | Strong Memorial Hospital of the University of Rochester Program
Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny | University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences | U hool of Medicine
Is Dr. Kita board certified as an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Kita, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Kita speak?
Dr. Kita and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Polish
What conditions does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kita typically treat?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Global Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Comprehensive Developmental Screening
- Milestone Delay Screening
- Overall Child Development Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)
What procedures does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kita typically perform?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kita 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Does Dr. Kita accept my insurance?
Dr. Kita accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 662-3443 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kita accept in Orchard Park, NY?
Dr. Kita in Orchard Park, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kita's office located?
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 1982619433.
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. Joseph Kita's specialty?
Dr. Kita is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Orchard Park, NY.
Is this Dr. Joseph Kita affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kita is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo 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 an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Kita accepting new patients in Orchard Park, NY?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Kita is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Kita offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kita's office at (716) 662-3443 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Kita?
Please contact Dr. Kita's office at (716) 662-3443 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Kita have?
Dr. Joseph Kita is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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