Summary

Dr. Robert Cato specializes in internal medicine with over three decades of clinical expertise. He earned his medical degree from NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell Medical Center and completed his residency training at the University of Pennsylvania Health System in 1994. With 33 years of experience treating adult patients, Dr. Cato focuses his practice on comprehensive internal medicine care. He provides services in English to his patients.

Dr. Cato practices at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He treats patients with high blood pressure and manages chronic medical conditions requiring ongoing care. His practice includes preventive services such as routine health screenings and camp physical examinations. 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

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. Neeraj Tripathy, MDDr. Daniel J. Sung, MDDr. Marisa Rogers, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
4.7 
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33 Years of Experience 27 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 Speaks English
Philadelphia , PASecane , PADarby , PAWyncote , PA
Med School: NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell Medical Center Med School: Temple University Hospital - Episcopal Campus Med School: Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine
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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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Does Robert Cato accept my insurance?
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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.
What languages does Robert Cato speak?
Robert Cato speaks English.

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