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Kate McDonald

Kate McDonald

USA 2026

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Practice Areas

Kate McDonald represents clients across the healthcare industry on complex regulatory matters and high-stakes mergers and acquisitions, affiliations and other investments. She delivers strategic advice on federal and state laws applicable to health insurers and HMOs, including the downstream implications for their provider organizations and vendors, as well as the reimbursement landscape of federal healthcare programs.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Healthcare - District of Columbia

Band 5
Band 5

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Kate McDonald leads McDermott’s DC healthcare practice, advising on major transactions and regulatory issues, including Medicare, Medicaid, and Certificate of Need laws, guiding clients through complex compliance challenges.

Strengths

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  • Kate is an excellent and valued legal partner for my team. In an environment with more gray than clarity, I particularly appreciate Kate's thoughtful and practical approach to addressing complex issues.

    HealthcareChambers Guide to the USA
  • Kate is phenomenal. She has a robust understanding of various legal areas across healthcare and is particularly deep on healthcare regulatory context. She is a critical thinker able to navigate different approaches to meet commercial needs.

    HealthcareChambers Guide to the USA
  • Kate has provided invaluable guidance on a number of complex regulatory matters. Her understanding of the complex regulatory landscape relating to Medicare and state and federal FWA laws has been invaluable.

    HealthcareChambers Guide to the USA
  • Kate is a true expert in her field. She quickly and efficiently reviews materials, provides guidance on complex structures and addresses any regulatory questions that arise.

    HealthcareChambers Guide to the USA

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Delaware

District of Columbia

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