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Dr. Meredith Kato, MD
Portland, OR
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kato, Anesthesiologist in Portland, OR?
Dr. Meredith Kato, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR. Dr. Kato is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kato’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kato’s office at (503) 494-7641.
What languages does Dr. Kato speak?
Dr. Kato and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kato typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kato 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. Kato. 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:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kato typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Meredith Kato may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Kato's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kato accept my insurance?
Dr. Kato accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 494-7641 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kato accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Kato in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Kaiser Permanente
Molina Healthcare
Not Specified
State of Oregon
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Where is Dr. Kato's office located?
Dr. Meredith Kato's Primary Practice
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd
Portland, OR 97239
(503) 494-7641
What is Dr. Kato's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kato's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619117694.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kato?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kato
What is Dr. Meredith Kato's specialty?
Dr. Kato is a Anesthesiologist near Portland, OR.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Meredith Kato affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kato is affiliated with Ohsu Hospital - Portland 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
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Is Meredith Kato accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. Meredith Kato is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meredith Kato offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kato's office at (503) 494-7641 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meredith Kato?
Please contact Dr. Kato's office at (503) 494-7641 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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