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Dr. Katherine Harter, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Pasadena, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Harter, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Katherine Harter, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Harter graduated from Mechanical Engineering. Dr. Harter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harter’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harter’s office at (626) 270-2400.

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

    • Medical School: Mechanical Engineering

    What languages does Dr. Harter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Harter typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Harter 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. Harter. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Harter typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Harter may include:

    Please contact Dr. Harter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Harter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 270-2400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harter accept in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Harter in Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Harter's office located?

    Dr. Katherine Harter's Primary Practice

    3160 E Del Mar Blvd Ste 110

    Pasadena, CA 91107

    (626) 270-2400

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    1200 N State St Rm A7D

    Los Angeles, CA 90089

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    Dr. Katherine Harter's Practice 3

    26357 McBean Pkwy Ste 390

    Santa Clarita, CA 91355

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

    Dr. Harter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861894917.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harter?

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

    What is Dr. Katherine Harter's specialty?

    Dr. Harter is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pasadena, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Harter is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Alhambra Hospital Medical Center, San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Katherine Harter accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Katherine Harter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harter's office at (626) 270-2400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Katherine Harter?

    Please contact Dr. Harter's office at (626) 270-2400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Harter's office located?

    Dr. Harter's offices are located in Pasadena, CA, Los Angeles, CA, and Santa Clarita, CA.