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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kato, Medical Oncologist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Giraldo Kato, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kato graduated from Universidad Central Del Este, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at East Carolina University School Med. Dr. Kato is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, 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 (480) 542-0168.
Where did Dr. Kato go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: East Carolina University School Med | Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Program
Medical School: Universidad Central Del Este, Facultad De Medicina
What languages does Dr. Kato speak?
Dr. Kato and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kato treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Right Female Nipple and Areola Breast Cancer
- Central Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner right female breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
- Cancer of right female nipple
- Right female areola tumor
- Malignant growth on right female nipple
- Right female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50011: Malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola, right female breast
- C50111: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kato perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Giraldo Kato may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
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 (480) 542-0168 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kato accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Kato in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kato's office located?
Dr. Giraldo Kato's Primary Practice
2222 E Highland Ave Ste 400
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(480) 542-0168
Dr. Giraldo Kato's Practice 2
9055 E Del Camino Dr Ste 100
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
(480) 860-5000
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 1285630210.
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. Giraldo Kato's specialty?
Dr. Kato is a Medical Oncologist near Phoenix, AZ. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Kato to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Giraldo Kato affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kato is affiliated with Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Honorhealth Deer Valley Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn 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
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Is Giraldo Kato accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Giraldo Kato is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Giraldo Kato offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kato's office at (480) 542-0168 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Giraldo Kato?
Please contact Dr. Kato's office at (480) 542-0168 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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