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Dr. John Aita, MD

Spokane, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Aita, Transplant Hepatologist in Spokane, WA?

    Dr. John Aita, MD is a Transplant Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Spokane, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Aita completed his residency at San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Internal Medicine. Dr. Aita is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aita’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aita’s office.

    Where did Dr. Aita go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne

    What languages does Dr. Aita speak?

    Dr. Aita and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Aita treat?

    As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Aita 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. Aita. 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:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Vomiting Blood
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs
    • Hematemesis
    • Bloody Vomit
    • Upper GI Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena
    • K920: Hematemesis
    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
    • Bleeding Abnormal Blood Vessels in Stomach or Duodenum
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders
    • Gastric Polyp
    • Duodenal Polyp
    • Stomach Growth
    • Bleeding Gastric Angiodysplasia
    • Bleeding Duodenal Angiodysplasia
    • GI Bleeding from Abnormal Vessels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
    • K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum
    • K31811: Angiodysplasia of stomach and duodenum with bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
    • Unspecified high enzymes
    • Various enzyme abnormalities
    • Abnormal serum enzyme levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Esophageal Varices
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Varices of the Esophagus
    • Enlarged Esophageal Veins
    • Dilated Esophageal Veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I8500: Esophageal varices without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
    • Abnormal GI scan
    • Unusual digestive imaging
    • Digestive system imaging findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Aita perform as a Transplant Hepatologist?

    As a Transplant Hepatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Aita may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Aita's office.

    Does Dr. Aita accept my insurance?

    Dr. Aita 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. Aita accept in Spokane, WA?

    Dr. Aita in Spokane, WA 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Aita's office located?

    Dr. John Aita's Primary Practice

    105 W 8th Ave Ste 7050

    Spokane, WA 99204

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    Dr. John Aita's Practice 2

    1124 Columbia St Ste 600

    Seattle, WA 98104

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    Dr. John Aita's Practice 3

    4545 Cordata Pkwy Ste 1B

    Bellingham, WA 98226

    (360) 738-2200

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    What is Dr. Aita's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Aita's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518956556.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aita?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aita

    What is Dr. John Aita's specialty?

    Dr. Aita is a Transplant Hepatologist near Spokane, WA. An internist with specialized knowledge and skills in gastroenterology, focusing on the comprehensive care of patients before and after liver transplantation, across all phases of the transplant process. The selection of suitable transplant candidates involves a multidisciplinary team experienced in assessing the severity and prognosis of liver disease to ensure optimal outcomes. Contact Dr. Aita to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Aita affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Aita is affiliated with PeaceHealth St. Joseph 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

    Where can I learn more about Transplant Hepatologist?

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    Is John Aita accepting new patients in Spokane, WA?

    Yes, Dr. John Aita is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Aita offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Aita's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Aita?

    Please contact Dr. Aita's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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