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Dr. James Bates, MD

Dr. James Bates, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bates, Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. James Bates, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Bates graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Hosp For Special Surg, Orthopedic Surgery Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, General Surgery. Dr. Bates is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bates’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bates’s office at (619) 286-9480.

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

    • Residency: Hosp For Special Surg, Orthopedic Surgery Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, General Surgery | Hospital For Special Surgery | New York-Presbyterian Hospital | Weill Cornell Medical College Affiliated Hospitals | Naval Medical Center San Diego | Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh | University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Bates board certified in Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. James Bates, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Bates speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    What conditions does Dr. Bates treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Bilateral Hip Arthritis
    • Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
    • Both Hips Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Complex tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83232A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
    • S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Torn Meniscus
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Meniscus Tear
    • Knee Cartilage Tear
    • Meniscal Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Softening of Kneecap Cartilage
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Patellar Chondromalacia', 'Runner's Knee
    • Anterior Knee Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2241: Chondromalacia patellae, right knee
    • M2242: Chondromalacia patellae, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Left Knee Cartilage Softening
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Chondromalacia of left knee
    • Left knee cartilage degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M94262: Chondromalacia, left knee

    Which procedures does Dr. Bates perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. James Bates may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bates' office.

    Does Dr. Bates accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bates accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 286-9480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bates accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Bates in San Diego, CA 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 Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bates' office located?

    Dr. James Bates' Primary Practice

    5555 Reservoir Dr Ste 104

    San Diego, CA 92120

    (619) 286-9480

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    Dr. James Bates' Practice 2

    7901 Frost St

    San Diego, CA 92123

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    Dr. James Bates' Practice 3

    250 Prospect Pl

    Coronado, CA 92118

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    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 1174692206.

    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. James Bates's specialty?

    Dr. Bates is a Orthopedic Surgeon near San Diego, CA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Bates to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Bates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bates is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Chula Vista 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 James Bates accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Bates is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Bates offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bates's office at (619) 286-9480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Bates?

    Please contact Dr. Bates's office at (619) 286-9480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Bates have?

    Dr. James Bates is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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