Kate McDonald

Health Care Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Washington, District of Columbia

15+ years experience

McDermott Will & Schulte

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

202-756-8000

https://www.mwe.com/people/mcdonald-kate/

The McDermott Building, 500 North Capitol Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001-1531

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Bio

Kate McDonald represents clients across the healthcare industry on complex regulatory matters and high-stakes mergers and acquisitions, affiliations and other investments. She has particular expertise in federal and state laws applicable to health insurers and HMOs, including the downstream implications of these rules for the provider organizations and vendors that work with them, as well as the reimbursement landscape of federal healthcare programs.Read full biography: https://www.mwe.com/people/mcdonald-kate/ Kate McDonald represents clients across the healthcare industry on complex regulatory matters and high-stakes mergers and acquisitions, affiliations and other investments. She has particular expertise in federal and state laws applicable to health insurers and HMOs, including the downstream implications of these rules for the provider organizations and vendors that work with them, as well as the reimbursement landscape of federal healthcare programs.Read full biography: https://www.mwe.com/people/mcdonald-kate/ Kate McDonald represents clients across the healthcare industry on complex regulatory matters and high-stakes mergers and acquisitions, affiliations and other investments. She has particular expertise in federal and state laws applicable to health insurers and HMOs, including the downstream implications of these rules for the provider organizations and vendors that work with them, as well as the reimbursement landscape of federal healthcare programs. Read full biography: https://www.mwe.com/people/mcdonald-kate/

Local Legal Snapshot

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Health Care Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Health Care Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2023

Education

Georgetown University, J.D., graduated 2010

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Reviews

Mary Peterson

3 months ago

Expert Guidance Through a Complex Hospital Acquisition

Our health system was navigating a high-stakes acquisition of a regional hospital network, a process fraught with regulatory complexity. We engaged Kate McDonald based on her recognized expertise in healthcare law, and it was the best decision we could have made. Her 15 years of experience, particularly her deep knowledge of the regulatory landscape from her work in D.C., were immediately evident. Kate didn't just review documents; she anticipated challenges from agencies like CMS and the FTC that we hadn't even considered. Her strategic approach, honed at a firm like McDermott Will & Schulte, was invaluable. She guided our board with clear, actionable advice, ensuring a smooth transaction that protected our interests. Kate is the epitome of a trusted advisor—brilliant, pragmatic, and utterly dedicated to her client's success.