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Dr. Robert Oates, MD

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Oates, Urologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Robert Oates, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Oates graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Urology; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Urology; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, General Surgery; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Oates is fluent in English, Creoles and pidgins, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oates’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oates’s office at (617) 638-8485.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Oates?

    Dr. Robert Oates, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Urologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Oates empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Absence of Vas Deferens, Fertility Preservation in Cancer, Infertility-Male, Reproductive Genetics, Vasectomy Reversal, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Oates is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Urology; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Urology; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, General Surgery; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, General Surgery | Boston University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Boston University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Oates board certified as an Urologist?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Oates, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology

    What languages does Dr. Oates speak?

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

    • Creoles and pidgins

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Oates treat?

    As an Urologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Male Infertility
    • Inability to conceive (male)
    • Male factor infertility
    • Sperm problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N469: Male infertility, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    Also known as:

    • Testicular Hypofunction
    • Hydrocele
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Underactive Testicles
    • Low Testicular Function
    • Hypogonadism
    • Fluid in scrotum
    • Scrotal swelling
    • Water on the testicle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction
    • N433: Hydrocele, unspecified
    • N432: Other hydrocele

    Also known as:

    • Transgender Identity
    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Transsexual Identity
    • Gender Transition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F640: Transsexualism

    Also known as:

    • Right Testicle Pain
    • Left Testicle Pain
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Right orchialgia
    • Right testicle ache
    • Left orchialgia
    • Left testicle ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N50811: Right testicular pain
    • N50812: Left testicular pain

    Also known as:

    • Vasectomy History
    • Vasectomy
    • Had a Vasectomy
    • Male Sterilization
    • Post-Vasectomy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9852: Vasectomy status

    Also known as:

    • Other Birth Control Counseling
    • Birth Control
    • Additional contraceptive advice
    • General family planning discussion
    • Ongoing birth control counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Phimosis
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Retention
    • Urine and Urination
    • Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
    • Trouble emptying bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R339: Retention of urine, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fertility Management (Unspecified)
    • General reproductive management
    • Unspecified fertility care
    • Procreative health services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z319: Encounter for procreative management, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Erectile Dysfunction
    • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
    • Impotence
    • ED
    • Erection problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N529: Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Organic Azoospermia
    • Male Infertility
    • Structural azoospermia
    • Physical cause of no sperm
    • Intrinsic azoospermia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N4601: Organic azoospermia

    Also known as:

    • Visible Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Gross hematuria
    • Macroscopic hematuria
    • Bloody pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R310: Gross hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    What procedures does Dr. Oates perform?

    As an Urologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Vasectomy
    • Male Birth Control Surgery
    • Male Sterilization Procedure
    • Semen Analysis After Vasectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 55250: Vasectomy, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure), including postoperative semen examination(s)

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Biopsy
    • Needle Biopsy of Prostate
    • Punch Biopsy of Prostate
    • Prostate Tissue Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 55700: Biopsy, prostate; needle or punch, single or multiple, any approach

    Also known as:

    • Testicle Biopsy
    • Incisional Testis Biopsy
    • Open Testicular Biopsy
    • Testicular Tissue Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 54505: Biopsy of testis, incisional (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Testicle Removal Surgery
    • Orchiectomy
    • Testicular Removal
    • Testicle Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 54520: Orchiectomy, simple (including subcapsular), with or without testicular prosthesis, scrotal or inguinal approach

    Also known as:

    • Hydrocele Removal (One Side)
    • Hydrocele Excision
    • Fluid Sac Removal Testicle
    • Scrotal Swelling Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 55040: Excision of hydrocele; unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Circumcision (Older Infants/Children/Adults)
    • Adult Circumcision
    • Childhood Circumcision
    • Foreskin Removal Surgery
    • Non-Clamp Circumcision

    CPT Codes:

    • 54161: Circumcision, surgical excision other than clamp, device, or dorsal slit; older than 28 days of age

    Also known as:

    • Penile Frenulotomy (Frenulum Release)
    • Frenulum Release Surgery
    • Frenuloplasty
    • Short Frenulum Correction

    CPT Codes:

    • 54164: Frenulotomy of penis

    Also known as:

    • Bladder and Urethra Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Oates accept my insurance?

    Dr. Oates accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 638-8485 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Oates accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Oates in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Boston Medical Center

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Health Pointe

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Oates' office located?

    Dr. Robert Oates' Primary Practice

    725 Albany St Ste 3B

    Boston, MA 02118

    (617) 638-8485

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    Recognitions

    Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards

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    Doctor’s Choice - All Time

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time

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    Doctor’s Choice - Last 5 Years

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years

    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 1275505000.

    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. Robert Oates's specialty?

    Dr. Oates is a Urologist near Boston, MA. A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures. Contact Dr. Oates to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Oates is affiliated with Boston Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Oates accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

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

    Does Dr. Robert Oates offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Oates's office at (617) 638-8485 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Oates?

    Please contact Dr. Oates's office at (617) 638-8485 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Oates have?

    Dr. Robert Oates is certified by the American Board of Urology.

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