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Who is Dr. Bates, Family Medicine Specialist in Kingsport, TN?
Dr. Chad Bates, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kingsport, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bates graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Spartanburg Regional Med Center. Dr. Bates is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bates’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bates’s office at (276) 386-5980.
Where did Dr. Bates go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Spartanburg Regional Med Center | Spartanburg Family Medicine Residency Program
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
Is Dr. Bates board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Chad Bates, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bates speak?
Dr. Bates and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bates typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bates 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. Bates. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bates typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Chad Bates may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Bates' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bates accept my insurance?
Dr. Bates accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (276) 386-5980 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bates accept in Kingsport, TN?
Dr. Bates in Kingsport, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bates' office located?
What is Dr. Bates's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003926353.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bates?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bates
What is Dr. Chad Bates's specialty?
Dr. Bates is a Family Medicine Specialist near Kingsport, TN.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Chad Bates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bates 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chad Bates accepting new patients in Kingsport, TN?
Yes, Dr. Chad Bates is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chad Bates offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bates's office at (276) 386-5980 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chad Bates?
Please contact Dr. Bates's office at (276) 386-5980 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chad Bates have?
Dr. Chad Bates is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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