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Dr. Robert Yates, MD

Dr. Robert Yates, MD

Seattle, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yates, Surgeon in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Robert Yates, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Yates graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine. Dr. Yates is fluent in English, German, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yates’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yates’s office.

    Where did Dr. Yates go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Yates speak?

    Dr. Yates and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • German

    • Hindi

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Yates treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Yates 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. Yates. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Other Difficulty Swallowing
    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Swallowing problems
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1319: Other dysphagia
    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heartburn
    • Acid Reflux
    • Indigestion
    • GERD Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R12: Heartburn

    What procedures does Dr. Yates perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Yates 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. Yates. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Laparoscopic Repair of Recurrent Inguinal Hernia
    • Laparoscopic Repair of Paraesophageal Hernia (No Mesh)
    • Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Recurrent Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Paraesophageal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
    • Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • First Inguinal Hernia Fix
    • Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Recurrent Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernioplasty
    • Keyhole Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hiatal Hernia Repair
    • Fundoplasty (Laparoscopic)
    • Epigastric Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Surgery
    • Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair
    • Repeat Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Inguinal Hernia Recurrence Surgery
    • Hiatal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Paraesophageal Hernia Surgery
    • Laparoscopic Hernia Fix

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
    • 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
    • 49651: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair recurrent inguinal hernia
    • 43281: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair of paraesophageal hernia, includes fundoplasty, when performed; without implantation of mesh
    • 49592: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
    • 49520: Repair recurrent inguinal hernia, any age; reducible
    • 43282: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair of paraesophageal hernia, includes fundoplasty, when performed; with implantation of mesh

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Incarcerated Hernia Repair
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Acid Reflux Surgery
    • Nissen Fundoplication
    • Toupet Fundoplication
    • Laparoscopic Fundoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 43280: Laparoscopy, surgical, esophagogastric fundoplasty (eg, Nissen, Toupet procedures)

    Also known as:

    • Esophageal Motility Study
    • Esophageal manometry
    • Swallowing function test
    • GERD test
    • Esophageal pressure study

    CPT Codes:

    • 91010: Esophageal motility (manometric study of the esophagus and/or gastroesophageal junction) study with interpretation and report;

    Also known as:

    • Esophageal pH Test
    • pH Monitoring Test
    • Acid Reflux Test
    • 24-Hour pH Study
    • Esophageal Acid Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 91034: Esophagus, gastroesophageal reflux test; with nasal catheter pH electrode(s) placement, recording, analysis and interpretation

    Also known as:

    • Wireless Esophageal pH Test
    • Esophageal pH Test
    • Bravo pH Test
    • Esophageal Reflux Monitoring
    • Acid Reflux Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 91035: Esophagus, gastroesophageal reflux test; with mucosal attached telemetry pH electrode placement, recording, analysis and interpretation

    Does Dr. Yates accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yates accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yates accept in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Yates in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • County of Kern (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Tennessee

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Yates' office located?

    Dr. Robert Yates' Primary Practice

    1959 NE Pacific St

    Seattle, WA 98195

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    Dr. Robert Yates' Practice 2

    401 Broadway

    Seattle, WA 98122

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    What is Dr. Yates's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Yates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609040195.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yates?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yates

    What is Dr. Robert Yates's specialty?

    Dr. Yates is a Surgeon near Seattle, WA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Yates to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robert Yates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yates is affiliated with UW Medical Center - Montlake, Confluence Health Hospital - Central Campus, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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 Robert Yates accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Yates is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Yates offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yates's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Yates?

    Please contact Dr. Yates's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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