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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gates, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. James Gates is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gates graduated from Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School. Dr. Gates is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gates’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gates’s office at (610) 519-9125.
Where did Dr. Gates go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School
What languages does Dr. Gates speak?
Dr. Gates and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Gates typically treat?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Gates 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. Gates. 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:
- Other Mouth Lesions
- Leukoplakia
- Mouth Disorder
- Oral Sores
- Mouth Ulcers
- Abnormalities in Mouth
- White Patches in Mouth
- Oral Leukoplakia
- Smoker's Keratosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K1379: Other lesions of oral mucosa
- K1321: Leukoplakia of oral mucosa, including tongue
Also known as:
- Inflamed Jaw
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Jaw Inflammation
- Jaw Bone Infection
- Jaw Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- M272: Inflammatory conditions of jaws
Also known as:
- Other Tongue Disorder
- Tongue Disorder
- Tongue Problems
- Tongue Ailments
- Unspecified Tongue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K149: Disease of tongue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Jaw Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Mandibular Cancer
- Lower Jaw Cancer
- Malignant Mandible Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C411: Malignant neoplasm of mandible
Also known as:
- Oral Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Mouth Malignancy
- Oral Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C069: Malignant neoplasm of mouth, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Jaw Bone Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Bone Disease
- Non-cancerous jaw growth
- Benign mandible neoplasm
- Jaw lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D165: Benign neoplasm of lower jaw bone
What procedures does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Gates typically perform?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Gates 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. Gates. 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:
- Complex Mouth Lesion Removal
- Oral Lesion Excision
- Mouth Tumor Removal
- Complex Oral Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 40816: Excision of lesion of mucosa and submucosa, vestibule of mouth; complex, with excision of underlying muscle
Also known as:
- Partial Tongue Removal
- Partial glossectomy
- Tongue resection
- Tongue surgery for cancer
- Removal of part of tongue
CPT Codes:
- 41120: Glossectomy; less than one-half tongue
Also known as:
- Jaw Bone Removal
- Mandible Bone Excision
- Jaw Osteomyelitis Surgery
- Bone Abscess Removal (Jaw)
CPT Codes:
- 21025: Excision of bone (eg, for osteomyelitis or bone abscess); mandible
Also known as:
- Modified Radical Neck Dissection
- Cervical Lymph Node Removal
- Neck Lymphadenectomy
- Neck Dissection Surgery
- Lymph Node Biopsy Neck
CPT Codes:
- 38724: Cervical lymphadenectomy (modified radical neck dissection)
Does Dr. Gates accept my insurance?
Dr. Gates accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 519-9125 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gates accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Gates in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Gates' office located?
Oral/Maxill Surgery Pcam
3400 Civic Center Blvd Fl 4
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(610) 519-9125
What is Dr. Gates's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073898516.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gates?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gates
What is Dr. James Gates's specialty?
Dr. Gates is a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon near Philadelphia, PA.
What does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon do?
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of diseases, injuries, and defects affecting the head, neck, face, jaws, and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. They are skilled in administering anesthesia and providing care in an office setting. These surgeons address issues such as wisdom tooth extractions, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, as well as performing dental implant surgery.
Is this Dr. James Gates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gates is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Inspira Medical Center Mullica Hill, Riddle Hospital, St. Luke's Grand View Hospital 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 Gates accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. James Gates is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Gates offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gates's office at (610) 519-9125 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Gates?
Please contact Dr. Gates's office at (610) 519-9125 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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