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Dr. Shu Kato, MD
Overview of Dr. Shu Kato, MD
Dr. Shu Kato, MD is a Medical Oncology Specialist in La Jolla, CA. They specialize in Medical Oncology, has 18 years of experience, and is board certified in Medical Oncology. They graduated from NIPPON MEDICAL SCHOOL and is affiliated with UCSD Medical Center - Hillcrest.
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Dr. Kato's Office Locations
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Ucsd Heath Care3855 Health Sciences Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093 Directions (858) 822-2372
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Uc San Diego200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103 Directions (619) 543-2639
Hospital Affiliations
- UCSD Medical Center - Hillcrest
Experience & Treatment Frequency
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- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
- Blue Shield of California
- Cigna
- First Health
- Health Net
- Molina Healthcare
- Oscar Health
- UnitedHealthCare
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About Dr. Shu Kato, MD
- Medical Oncology
- 18 years of experience
- English, Japanese
- 1609025865
Education & Certifications
- NIPPON MEDICAL SCHOOL
- Medical Oncology
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Kato has an average wait time of 16 – 30 minutes at their office(s).
Dr. Kato accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Cross Blue Shield, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.
Dr. Kato has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.
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Dr. Kato has seen patients for Colorectal Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Kato on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.
Dr. Kato speaks Japanese.
8 patients have reviewed Dr. Kato. The overall rating for this provider is 2.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Kato.
Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Kato, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Kato appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.