Summary

Dr. Robert Cato treats hypertension and hypertensive emergency and performs chronic disease management and camp physicals. He practices internal medicine and has 33 years of experience. Dr. Cato is affiliated with Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center. He completed his residency at the University of Pennsylvania Health System in 1994 and sees patients in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Cato 3.9 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

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
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Penn Center for Primary Care

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

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Robert K. Cato, MDDr. Cheryl A. Jackson, MDDr. Jonathan Coraor Fried, MDDr. Steven R. Russell, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
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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, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Korean, Spanish
Philadelphia , PADarby , PAPhiladelphia , PADarby , PA
Med School: NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell Medical Center Med School: Howard University College of Medicine Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Robert Wood Johnson Medical School - New Brunswick
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Insurance Plans Accepted by 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 (formerly 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

Robert K. Cato has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

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

Robert K. Cato holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Pennsylvania Health System in 1994.

Medical School

Graduated from NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell Medical Center in 1993.

NPI Number

Robert K. Cato's NPI number is 1881626174.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Data Sources

This provider profile is built using data from:

  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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