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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kato, Hospitalist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Hirotaka Kato, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY. Dr. Kato is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kato’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kato’s office at (414) 805-6850.
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 a Hospitalist like Dr. Kato typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kato typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Hirotaka Kato may include:
Please contact Dr. Kato's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kato accept my insurance?
Dr. Kato accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (414) 805-6850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kato accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Kato in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kato's office located?
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 1285076075.
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. Hirotaka Kato's specialty?
Dr. Kato is a Hospitalist near Lexington, KY.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Hirotaka Kato affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kato is affiliated with Baptist Health Corbin 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 Hirotaka Kato accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Hirotaka Kato is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hirotaka Kato offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kato's office at (414) 805-6850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hirotaka Kato?
Please contact Dr. Kato's office at (414) 805-6850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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