Dr. Giraldo Kato, MD
Phoenix, AZ
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. 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 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 a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Kato typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right 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
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Kato typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Kato performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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 here.
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
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
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
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.
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 Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, Honorhealth Deer Valley Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak 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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