Summary

Dr. Robert Cato specializes in internal medicine and brings over three decades of experience to patient care. He completed his medical education at NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell Medical Center and went on to complete his residency at the University of Pennsylvania Health System in 1994. Dr. Cato is fluent in English and has been providing comprehensive internal medicine services for 33 years.

Dr. Cato practices at Penn Center for Primary Care and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with affiliations at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center. He focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including pediatric hypertension and emergency situations requiring immediate attention. His practice includes blood pressure screenings, sports physicals for camps, and ongoing care for patients with chronic health conditions. Patients have given Dr. Cato an average rating of 3.9 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 33 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Pennsylvania Health System
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Penn Center for Primary Care

51 N. 39th Street Penn Presbyterian Medical CenterPhiladelphia, PA 19104

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
3.5 
33 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Philadelphia , PAWyncote , PADarby , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell Medical Center Med School: Lady Hardinge Medical College Med School: Harvard Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert K. Cato

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Amerihealth Caritas (Transplant patients only)
  • Centivo
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Claim Watcher (Homestead/INDECs)
  • Clover Health
  • Devoted Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Global Medical Management
  • HealthAmerica / HealthAssurance a Coventry Plan
  • HealthSpring (formerly Cigna)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Highmark Wholecare (fka Gateway Health)
  • Horizon BC/BS of NJ
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Military (Tricare/Health Net Federal Services)
  • Imagine Health (Imagine Health 360)
  • Independence Blue Cross (IBC)
  • Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners
  • Keystone First Health Plan
  • Medicaid - New Jersey
  • Medicaid - Pennsylvania
  • Medicare - Pennsylvania
  • Oscar Health Plan of PA
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • PA Health & Wellness
  • Perennial Advantage
  • Preferred Health Care/Eliance
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • QualCare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert K. Cato has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert K. Cato has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Cholesterol Management
  • Diabetes
  • Heartburn
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University of Pennsylvania Health System1994

Medical School

NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell Medical CenterGraduated in 1993

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Robert Cato's office located?
Dr. Robert Cato's office is located at 51 N. 39th Street Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
Does Dr. Robert Cato accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Robert Cato has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Cato?
You can find contact information for Dr. Robert Cato here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Cato affiliated with?
Dr. Robert Cato is affiliated with Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center.
Does Dr. Robert Cato accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Robert Cato accepts on their Vitals profile.

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