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Dr. Brian Bates, MD

Niles, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bates, Surgeon in Niles, MI?

    Dr. Brian Bates, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Niles, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bates graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine. Dr. Bates is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bates’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bates’s office at (269) 684-5286.

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

    • Medical School: Loma Linda University School of 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 Dr. Bates treat?

    As a 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Bowel Movements
    • Bowel Movement
    • Unusual stool
    • Changes in poop
    • Fecal changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R195: Other fecal abnormalities

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    What procedures does Dr. Bates perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Bates 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. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Injections
    • EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy
    • Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
    • Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
    • EGD with Balloon Widening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
    • 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoid Removal by Heat
    • Infrared Coagulation for Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoid Cautery
    • Radiofrequency Hemorrhoid Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 46930: Destruction of internal hemorrhoid(s) by thermal energy (eg, infrared coagulation, cautery, radiofrequency)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoidoscopy
    • Lower colon exam
    • Flexible colon scope
    • Rectum and lower colon check

    CPT Codes:

    • 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • First Inguinal Hernia Fix
    • Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoidectomy
    • Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
    • Piles Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Complex Wound Closure
    • Deep Wound Stitching
    • Injury Repair
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)

    CPT Codes:

    • 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Benign Skin Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)

    CPT Codes:

    • 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Does Dr. Bates accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bates accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 684-5286 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bates accept in Niles, MI?

    Dr. Bates in Niles, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Citizens Rx

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bates' office located?

    Dr. Brian Bates' Primary Practice

    42 N Saint Joseph Ave Ste 101

    Niles, MI 49120

    (269) 684-5286

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    Dr. Brian Bates' Practice 2

    3950 Hollywood Rd

    Saint Joseph, MI 49085

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    Dr. Brian Bates' Practice 3

    400 Medical Park Dr

    Watervliet, MI 49098

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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 1558317446.

    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. Brian Bates's specialty?

    Dr. Bates is a Surgeon near Niles, MI. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Bates to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Bates is affiliated with Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph 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 Brian Bates accepting new patients in Niles, MI?

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

    Does Dr. Brian Bates offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bates's office at (269) 684-5286 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Bates?

    Please contact Dr. Bates's office at (269) 684-5286 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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