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Dr. Kathryn Iwata

Anesthesiologist

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Iwata, Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Kathryn Iwata is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Iwata is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Iwata’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Iwata’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Iwata speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Iwata typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Iwata 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. Iwata. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Iwata typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathryn Iwata may include:

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

    Does Dr. Iwata accept my insurance?

    Dr. Iwata accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Iwata accept in San Diego, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

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    Where is Dr. Iwata's office located?

    Dr. Kathryn Iwata's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

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

    Dr. Iwata's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467807032.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Iwata?

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

    What is Dr. Kathryn Iwata's specialty?

    Dr. Iwata is an Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Kathryn Iwata affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Iwata is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Kathryn Iwata accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kathryn Iwata is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathryn Iwata offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Iwata's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kathryn Iwata?

    Please contact Dr. Iwata's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Iwata's office located?

    Dr. Iwata's office is located in San Diego, CA.