Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kato, Internist in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. Shumei Kato, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Rancho Mirage, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kato graduated from Nippon Medical School, Tokyo, Japan. Dr. Kato is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kato’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kato’s office at (713) 792-6161.
Where did Dr. Kato go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Nippon Medical School, Tokyo, Japan | Mount Sinai School of Medicine New York | Nippon Medical School, Tokyo, Japan | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Medical Oncologist | Assistant Professor of Medicine | University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center
Is Dr. Kato board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Shumei Kato, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kato speak?
Dr. Kato and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does Dr. Kato treat?
As a Internist, 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.
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Colon Cancer
- Rectal Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Appendix Cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- Ascending Colon Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C19: Malignant neoplasm of rectosigmoid junction
- C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
- Cancer Spread to Unknown Site
- Cancer
- Malignant tumor
- Neoplasm
- Cancer of unknown primary
- Metastatic Cancer of Unknown Primary
- Secondary Cancer, Unspecified Location
- Cancer of Unknown Origin
ICD-10 Codes:
- C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified
- C799: Secondary malignant neoplasm of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
- Stomach Carcinoma
- Cardia Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
- C160: Malignant neoplasm of cardia
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma
Also known as:
- Secondary Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Metastatic Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Peritoneum
- Peritoneal Carcinomatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C786: Secondary malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Esophageal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- History of large intestine cancer
- Colorectal Cancer
- Past colon cancer
- Colorectal cancer survivor
- Previous large bowel malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85038: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of large intestine
Also known as:
- Esophageal Varices
- Esophagus Disorder
- Swollen Esophageal Veins
- Varices of the Esophagus
- Dilated Esophageal Veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8510: Secondary esophageal varices without bleeding
Which procedures does Dr. Kato perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Shumei Kato may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kato's office.
Does Dr. Kato accept my insurance?
Dr. Kato accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 792-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kato accept in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. Kato in Rancho Mirage, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kato's office located?
Dr. Shumei Kato's Primary Practice
39950 Vista del Sol
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(713) 792-6161
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 1609025865.
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. Shumei Kato's specialty?
Dr. Kato is a Internist near Rancho Mirage, CA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Kato to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Shumei Kato affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kato is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Shumei Kato accepting new patients in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shumei Kato is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shumei Kato offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kato's office at (713) 792-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shumei Kato?
Please contact Dr. Kato's office at (713) 792-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shumei Kato have?
Dr. Shumei Kato is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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