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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Oates, Ophthalmologist in East Weymouth, MA?
Dr. Dale Oates, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in East Weymouth, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Oates graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; Deaconess Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Oates is fluent in English, Esperanto, Estonian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oates’s office.
Where did Dr. Oates go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; Deaconess Hosp, Internal Medicine | Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School Program
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Oates board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Dale Oates, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Oates speak?
Dr. Oates and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Esperanto
Estonian
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Oates typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Oates diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Oates. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25093: Other age-related incipient cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401134: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, indeterminate stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Oates typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Oates performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Oates. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
Also known as:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Oates accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Oates' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Oates' office located?
Dr. Dale Oates' Primary Practice
97 Libbey Industrial Pkwy Ste 100
East Weymouth, MA 02189
What is Dr. Oates's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Oates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740279991.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oates?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oates
What is Dr. Dale Oates's specialty?
Dr. Oates is a Ophthalmologist near East Weymouth, MA.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.
Is this Dr. Dale Oates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Oates is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Dale Oates accepting new patients in East Weymouth, MA?
Yes, Dr. Dale Oates is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dale Oates offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Oates's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dale Oates?
Please contact Dr. Oates's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dale Oates have?
Dr. Dale Oates is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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