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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kattah, Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Michael Kattah, MD, PHD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kattah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kattah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kattah’s office at (415) 353-2318.
What languages does Dr. Kattah speak?
Dr. Kattah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Kattah typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Kattah 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. Kattah. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Colitis
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Kattah typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Kattah performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kattah. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Kattah accept my insurance?
Dr. Kattah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-2318 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kattah accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Kattah in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medica Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Kattah's office located?
What is Dr. Kattah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kattah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871813675.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kattah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kattah
What is Dr. Michael Kattah's specialty?
Dr. Kattah is a Gastroenterologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Michael Kattah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kattah is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Michael Kattah accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Kattah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Kattah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kattah's office at (415) 353-2318 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Kattah?
Please contact Dr. Kattah's office at (415) 353-2318 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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