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Dr. Ralph Katsman, MD

Gastroenterology
3.2 (15)
Map Pin Small Tacoma, WA
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Ralph Katsman, MD

Dr. Ralph Katsman, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Tacoma, WA. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 31 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA / CROOKSTON CAMPUS and is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center. Dr. Katsman, completed a residency at University Of Minnesota. Patients rated Dr. Katsman an average 3.2 star rating.

Dr. Katsman works at Digestive Health Specialists in Tacoma, WA with other offices in Federal Way, WA. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Katsman's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Digestive Health Specialists - Waldron Endoscopy Center
    3209 S 23rd St Ste 350, Tacoma, WA 98405 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (253) 366-5859
  2. 2
    Digestive Health Specialists - Tacoma Clinic
    2202 S Cedar St Ste 200, Tacoma, WA 98405 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (253) 366-5859
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    Digestive Health Specialists - Federal Way Clinic
    33915 1st Way S Ste 203, Federal Way, WA 98003 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (253) 366-5859
  4. 4
    Digestive Health Specialists - Fogel Endoscopy Center
    34503 9th Ave S Ste 103, Federal Way, WA 98003 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (253) 366-5859

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    3.2
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    About Dr. Ralph Katsman, MD

    Specialties
    • Gastroenterology
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    Years of Experience
    • 31 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1740254283
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University Of Minnesota
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    Residency
    • University Of Minnesota
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    • University Of Minnesota
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    Medical Education
    • UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA / CROOKSTON CAMPUS
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    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • St. Joseph Medical Center

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    Dr. Ralph Katsman, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Katsman is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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