29 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Katcher, Internist in Arlington, MA?
Dr. Donna Katcher, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Arlington, MA. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Katcher graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed her residency at University Hospital/Bu Med Center. Dr. Katcher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Katcher’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Katcher’s office at (781) 646-2848.
Where did Dr. Katcher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hospital/Bu Med Center
Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Katcher board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Donna Katcher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Katcher speak?
Dr. Katcher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Katcher typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Katcher 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. Katcher. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Katcher typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Donna Katcher may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Katcher's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Katcher accept my insurance?
Dr. Katcher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 646-2848 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Katcher accept in Arlington, MA?
Dr. Katcher in Arlington, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Katcher's office located?
Dr. Donna Katcher's Primary Practice
22 Mill St Ste 208
Arlington, MA 02476
(781) 646-2848
What is Dr. Katcher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Katcher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780681031.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Katcher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Katcher
What is Dr. Donna Katcher's specialty?
Dr. Katcher is a Internist near Arlington, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Donna Katcher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Katcher is affiliated with Mount Auburn Hospital, Emerson Health, William W. Backus Hospital, Boston Medical Center, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford, Newton-Wellesley Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Donna Katcher accepting new patients in Arlington, MA?
Yes, Dr. Donna Katcher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donna Katcher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Katcher's office at (781) 646-2848 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donna Katcher?
Please contact Dr. Katcher's office at (781) 646-2848 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Donna Katcher have?
Dr. Donna Katcher is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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