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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gates, Orthopedic Surgeon in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Stephen Gates, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gates is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gates’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gates’s office at (210) 804-5400.
What languages does Dr. Gates speak?
Dr. Gates and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Gates treat?
As a Orthopedic 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.
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Full Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Severed Shoulder Tendon
- Torn Shoulder Tendon
- Shoulder Tendon Rupture
- Rotator Cuff Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Left Shoulder Tendon Disorder
- Right Shoulder Tendon Disorder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Left Shoulder Tendonitis
- Left Shoulder Tendinopathy
- Left Shoulder Tendon Injury
- Right Shoulder Tendonitis
- Right Shoulder Tendinopathy
- Right Shoulder Tendon Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67814: Other specified disorders of tendon, left shoulder
- M67813: Other specified disorders of tendon, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Shoulder Joint
- Left Artificial Shoulder Joint
- Artificial Limbs
- Right Shoulder Replacement
- Right Shoulder Prosthesis
- Right Shoulder Arthroplasty
- Left Shoulder Replacement
- Left Shoulder Prosthesis
- Left Shoulder Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96611: Presence of right artificial shoulder joint
- Z96612: Presence of left artificial shoulder joint
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Joint Disorder
- Other Left Shoulder Joint Problems
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Right shoulder problem
- Right shoulder arthropathy
- Right shoulder joint disease
- Left Shoulder Joint Condition
- Left Shoulder Arthropathy
- Left Shoulder Articular Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25811: Other specified joint disorders, right shoulder
- M25812: Other specified joint disorders, left shoulder
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- De Quervain's Disease', 'Washerwoman's Sprain
- Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Frozen Shoulder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Shoulder Stiffness
- Stiff Shoulder Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7501: Adhesive capsulitis of right shoulder
Which procedures does Dr. Gates perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Stephen Gates may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gates' office.
Does Dr. Gates accept my insurance?
Dr. Gates accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 804-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gates accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Gates in San Antonio, TX 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gates' office located?
Dr. Stephen Gates' Primary Practice
2829 Babcock Rd Ste 700
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 804-5400
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 1124414933.
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. Stephen Gates's specialty?
Dr. Gates is a Orthopedic Surgeon near San Antonio, TX. 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. Gates to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Gates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gates is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio 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 Stephen Gates accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Gates is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Gates offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gates's office at (210) 804-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Gates?
Please contact Dr. Gates's office at (210) 804-5400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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