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Who is Dr. Katz, Internist in Plymouth, MA?
Dr. Douglas Katz, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Plymouth, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Katz completed his residency at Tufts Medical Center. Dr. Katz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Katz’s office at (978) 557-8800.
Where did Dr. Katz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tufts Medical Center | Tufts University Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny
Is Dr. Katz board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Katz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Katz speak?
Dr. Katz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Katz typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Katz 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. Katz. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Katz typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Katz may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Katz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Katz accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Katz's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Katz's office located?
Dr. Douglas Katz's Primary Practice
10 Cordage Park Cir Ste 201
Plymouth, MA 02360
(978) 557-8800
Recognitions
Awards
Phi Beta Kappa
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
Summa Cum Laude Duke University
Cum Laude-Med Sch Graduation
What is Dr. Katz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Katz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780693820.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Katz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Katz
What is Dr. Douglas Katz's specialty?
Dr. Katz is a Internist near Plymouth, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Douglas Katz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Katz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Douglas Katz accepting new patients in Plymouth, MA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Katz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Katz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Katz's office at (978) 557-8800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Katz?
Please contact Dr. Katz's office at (978) 557-8800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Katz have?
Dr. Douglas Katz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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