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Dr. William Cates

Anesthesiologist

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cates, Anesthesiologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. William Cates is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Cates is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cates’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cates’s office at (775) 260-2471.

    What languages does Dr. Cates speak?

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

    • English

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cates typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. William Cates may include:

    Please contact Dr. Cates' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Cates accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cates accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 260-2471 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cates accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Cates in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Nevada

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Universal Health Services

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    Where is Dr. Cates' office located?

    Dr. William Cates' Primary Practice

    Box PO

    Los Angeles, CA 90084

    (775) 260-2471

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    What hospitals are Dr. Cates affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Cates has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Northern Nevada Sierra Medical Center,Reno, NV
    Saint Marys Regional Medical Center,Reno, NV
    Sparks Family Hospital Inc,Sparks, NV
    Banner Churchill Community Hospital,Fallon, NV

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

    Dr. Cates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750919171.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cates?

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

    What is Dr. William Cates's specialty?

    Dr. Cates is an Anesthesiologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. William Cates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cates is affiliated with Carson Valley Health Hospital, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical 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 Dr. William Cates accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. William Cates is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Cates offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cates' office at (775) 260-2471 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Cates?

    Please contact Dr. Cates' office at (775) 260-2471 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cates' office located?

    Dr. Cates' office is located in Los Angeles, CA.