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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kato, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Hugo Kato, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kato is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kato’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kato’s office at (314) 577-5634.
What languages does Dr. Kato speak?
Dr. Kato and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kato typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Global Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Comprehensive Developmental Screening
- Milestone Delay Screening
- Overall Child Development Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Delayed Child Development
- Child Development
- Developmental delay
- Slow development in children
- Milestone delays
ICD-10 Codes:
- R620: Delayed milestone in childhood
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kato typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Hugo Kato may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
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 (314) 577-5634 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kato accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Kato in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
State of Arizona
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 1659791796.
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. Hugo Kato's specialty?
Dr. Kato is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near El Paso, TX.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Hugo Kato affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kato is affiliated with University Medical Center Of El Paso 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 a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neonatal-Perinatal 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 Hugo Kato accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Hugo Kato is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hugo Kato offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kato's office at (314) 577-5634 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hugo Kato?
Please contact Dr. Kato's office at (314) 577-5634 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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