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Dr. Katherine Dawson, MD

Oakland, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Dawson, Clinical Geneticist in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Katherine Dawson, MD is a Clinical Geneticist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics and American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Dawson completed her residency at Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Medical Genetics; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Dawson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dawson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dawson’s office at (510) 307-1500.

    Where did Dr. Dawson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Medical Genetics; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa

    Is Dr. Dawson board certified in Clinical Geneticist?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Dawson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Dawson speak?

    Dr. Dawson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Dawson treat?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, Dr. Dawson 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. Dawson. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Genetic Counseling for Family Planning
    • Genetic Counseling
    • Reproductive Genetic Counseling
    • Preconception Genetic Counseling
    • Family Planning Genetic Advice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z315: Encounter for procreative genetic counseling

    Also known as:

    • Chromosomal Abnormality
    • Genetic Disorder
    • Genetic Chromosome Disorder
    • Chromosome Problem
    • Aneuploidy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q999: Chromosomal abnormality, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Down Syndrome
    • Trisomy 21
    • Mongolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neurofibromatosis Type 1
    • Neurofibromatosis
    • Neurofibromatosis type 1
    • NF1
    • Von Recklinghausen disease
    • Peripheral neurofibromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q8501: Neurofibromatosis, type 1

    Which procedures does Dr. Dawson perform as a Clinical Geneticist?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, procedures performed by a Dr. Katherine Dawson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dawson's office.

    Does Dr. Dawson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dawson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 307-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dawson accept in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Dawson in Oakland, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Dawson's office located?

    Dr. Katherine Dawson's Primary Practice

    275 W MacArthur Blvd

    Oakland, CA 94611

    (510) 307-1500

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    Dr. Katherine Dawson's Practice 2

    3505 Broadway

    Oakland, CA 94611

    (510) 752-1000

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    What is Dr. Dawson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Dawson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457439226.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dawson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dawson

    What is Dr. Katherine Dawson's specialty?

    Dr. Dawson is a Clinical Geneticist near Oakland, CA. A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders. Contact Dr. Dawson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Katherine Dawson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dawson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Clinical Geneticist?

    Explore Clinical Geneticist with 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 Katherine Dawson accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Dawson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katherine Dawson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dawson's office at (510) 307-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Katherine Dawson?

    Please contact Dr. Dawson's office at (510) 307-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Katherine Dawson have?

    Dr. Katherine Dawson is certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics and American Board of Pediatrics.

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