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Dr. Matthew Katics, DO
Santa Maria, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Katics, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Maria, CA?
Dr. Matthew Katics, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Maria, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Katics is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Katics’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Katics’s office at (805) 346-3456.
Is Dr. Katics board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Katics, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Katics speak?
Dr. Katics and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Katics typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Katics 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. Katics. 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain damage from lack of oxygen
- Brain Disease
- Anoxic brain injury
- Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy
- Oxygen deprivation brain injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- G931: Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
- Leukodystrophies
- Metachromatic leukodystrophy
- MLD
- Arylsulfatase A deficiency
- Genetic Brain Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7525: Metachromatic leukodystrophy
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Rectal Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C19: Malignant neoplasm of rectosigmoid junction
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
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Katics typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Katics may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Katics' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Katics accept my insurance?
Dr. Katics accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 346-3456 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Katics accept in Santa Maria, CA?
Dr. Katics in Santa Maria, CA 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 Shield of California
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Inland Empire
MBA Benefit Administrators
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Katics' office located?
Dr. Matthew Katics' Primary Practice
1325 E Church St Ste 202
Santa Maria, CA 93454
(805) 346-3456
What is Dr. Katics's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Katics's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114039153.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Katics?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Katics
What is Dr. Matthew Katics's specialty?
Dr. Katics is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Maria, CA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?
A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Matthew Katics affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Katics is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional 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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Matthew Katics accepting new patients in Santa Maria, CA?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Katics is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Katics offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Katics's office at (805) 346-3456 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Katics?
Please contact Dr. Katics's office at (805) 346-3456 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Katics have?
Dr. Matthew Katics is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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