26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cato, Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Robert Cato, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Cato graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University and completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cato is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cato’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cato’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cato?
Dr. Robert Cato, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Cato empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Complex Diagnosis, Diabetes, Hypertension, Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Cato is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Cato go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University
Is Dr. Cato board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Cato, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cato speak?
Dr. Cato and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Cato typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Cato 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. Cato. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Cato typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Cato 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. Cato's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cato accept my insurance?
Dr. Cato 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. Cato accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Cato in Philadelphia, PA 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
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cato's office located?
What is Dr. Cato's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cato's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881626174.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cato?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cato
What is Dr. Robert Cato's specialty?
Dr. Cato is a Internist near Philadelphia, PA.
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. Robert Cato affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cato is affiliated with Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania 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 Robert Cato accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Cato is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Cato offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cato's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Cato?
Please contact Dr. Cato's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Cato have?
Dr. Robert Cato is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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