Summary

Dr. Katherine Plachta specializes in internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for adult patients with complex medical conditions. She earned her medical degree from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and brings a decade of clinical experience to her practice. Dr. Plachta focuses on managing serious health conditions including heart failure, chronic kidney disease, and substance use disorders.

Katherine practices at Jefferson Methodist Hospital in Philadelphia, PA, and maintains hospital affiliations with Cooper University Hospital. She performs diagnostic procedures such as electrocardiograms to monitor heart function and chest X-rays to evaluate lung health. Dr. Plachta also utilizes chest fluoroscopy for real-time imaging when needed for patient care.

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Quick Facts

  • 10 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Jefferson Methodist Hospital

2301 S Broad StPhiladelphia, PA 19148

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Dr. Katherine Michelle Plachta, MDDr. Meghana V. Dhamdhere, MDDr. Margaret Wang, MDDr. Sundeep Katepalli, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
10 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Philadelphia , PADarby , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine Med School: Dr. D. Y. Patil Education Societys Medical College Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Katherine Michelle Plachta

  • Aetna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Katherine Michelle Plachta has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

10 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Southern Illinois University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2016

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Katherine Plachta affiliated with?
Dr. Katherine Plachta is affiliated with Cooper University Hospital.
Where is Dr. Katherine Plachta's office located?
Dr. Katherine Plachta's office is located at 2301 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, 19148.
Does Dr. Katherine Plachta accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Katherine Plachta has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Katherine Plachta accepting new patients?
Dr. Katherine Plachta has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Katherine Plachta accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Katherine Plachta accepts on their Vitals profile.

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