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Dr. Harold Kitaoka, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
2.4 (11)
Map Pin Small Rochester, MN
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience
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Overview of Dr. Harold Kitaoka, MD

Dr. Harold Kitaoka, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Rochester, MN. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 43 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine and is affiliated with Mayo Clinic - Rochester. Dr. Kitaoka, completed a residency at Akron City Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Kitaoka an average 2.4 star rating.

Dr. Kitaoka works at Mayo Clinic - Minnesota in Rochester, MN. They frequently treat conditions like Limb Pain along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Kitaoka's Office Locations

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    MN - Ortho
    200 1st St SW, Rochester, MN 55905 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (507) 516-9566

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Limb Pain
Hammer Toe Repair
Bunion Surgery
Bunion
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Hammer Toe
Heel Spur
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteopenia
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Achilles Tendinitis
Achilles Tendon Contracture
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Impingement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Back Pain
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Bunionette
Bursitis
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Chronic Neck Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Fibular Fracture
Foot And Ankle Osteophyte
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Miner's Knee
Morton's Neuroma
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Foot
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Achilles Tenotomy
Ankle Arthrodesis
Ankle Arthroscopy
Ankle Fracture Repair
Ankle Fusion
Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
Ankle Replacement
Arthrocentesis
Bone Scan
Bunionette Correction
Bunionette Surgery
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Dupuytrens Contracture Foot Division
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Flatfoot Correction
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Foot Dislocation Treatment
Foot Dislocation Treatment Open
Foot Surgery
Fracture Care
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hindfoot Fusion
Joint Fluid Test
McMurray's Test
Metatarsal Osteotomy
Midfoot Fracture and-or Dislocation Surgery
Midfoot Fusion
Morton’s Neuroma Surgery
Plantar Fascia Release
Posterior Tibial Tendon Reconstruction
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Spinal and Postural Screening
Tendon Surgery
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    Insurance Accepted

    • Aetna
    • American Republic
    • Anthem
    • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Assurant Health
    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Cigna
    • Commercial Insurance Company
    • CoreSource
    • HealthPartners
    • Humana
    • Medica
    • Medico
    • MultiPlan
    • MVP Health Care
    • NGS CoreSource
    • POMCO Group
    • Simplifi
    • Thrivent Financial
    • UnitedHealthCare
    • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
    • Wisconsin Physicians Service

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    Ratings & Reviews

    2.4
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    About Dr. Harold Kitaoka, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 43 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    Gender
    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1073579660
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Ucla Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Akron City Hospital
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Ohio State University College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Mayo Clinic - Rochester

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Harold Kitaoka, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Kitaoka is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Kitaoka has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Kitaoka works at Mayo Clinic - Minnesota in Rochester, MN. View the full address on Dr. Kitaoka’s profile.

    Dr. Kitaoka has seen patients for Limb Pain, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Kitaoka on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    11 patients have reviewed Dr. Kitaoka. The overall rating for this provider is 2.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Kitaoka.

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