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Who is Dr. Catena, Diagnostic Radiologist in South San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Jay Catena, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in South San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Catena is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Catena’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Catena’s office at (415) 476-1575.
Is Dr. Catena board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Jay Catena, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Catena speak?
Dr. Catena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Catena typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Catena 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. Catena. 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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
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:
- Brain Ischemia
- Ischemic Stroke
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Brain Hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6782: Cerebral ischemia
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
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
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Catena typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jay Catena may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Catena's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Catena accept my insurance?
Dr. Catena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-1575 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Catena accept in South San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Catena in South San Francisco, 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
Central Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Catena's office located?
Dr. Jay Catena's Primary Practice
1200 El Camino Real
South San Francisco, CA 94080
(415) 476-1575
What is Dr. Catena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Catena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679891758.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Catena?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Catena
What is Dr. Jay Catena's specialty?
Dr. Catena is a Diagnostic Radiologist near South San Francisco, CA.
What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?
A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.
Is this Dr. Jay Catena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Catena is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center 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 a Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. 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 Jay Catena accepting new patients in South San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jay Catena is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jay Catena offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Catena's office at (415) 476-1575 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jay Catena?
Please contact Dr. Catena's office at (415) 476-1575 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jay Catena have?
Dr. Jay Catena is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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