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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cates, Otolaryngologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Daniel Cates, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Cates is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cates’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cates’s office at (412) 232-3687.
What languages does Dr. Cates speak?
Dr. Cates and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cates treat?
As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Cates 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. Cates. 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:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Vocal Cord Disorder
- One-Sided Vocal Cord Paralysis
- Voice Disorder
- Throat Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
- Voice problems
- Vocal fold issues
- Throat conditions
- Unilateral vocal cord paralysis
- Paralyzed vocal cord
- Single vocal cord paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
- J383: Other diseases of vocal cords
- J3801: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unilateral
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
- Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing in throat
- Esophageal swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
- R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- Foreign Body Sensation in Throat
- Sore Throat
- Feeling something in throat
- Throat foreign body
- Globus sensation
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R09A2: Foreign body sensation, throat
- R070: Pain in throat
Also known as:
- Having a Tracheostomy
- Tracheal Disorder
- Trach tube
- Tracheotomy
- Tracheal opening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z930: Tracheostomy status
Also known as:
- Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
- Heart Disease
- Lung Disease
- Cardiopulmonary symptoms
- Unusual heart and breathing signs
- Circulatory-respiratory issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
Also known as:
- Esophageal Web
- Birth Defects
- Esophagus Disorder
- Congenital Esophageal Web
- Esophagus Narrowing at Birth
- Web in Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q394: Esophageal web
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Larynx Disorder
- Throat Disorder
- Voice box problems
- Laryngeal conditions
- Throat issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- J387: Other diseases of larynx
Also known as:
- Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
- Bronchial Disorder
- Upper airway disease
- Nose and throat conditions
- Upper respiratory illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- J398: Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Esophageal Diverticulum
- Esophagus Disorder
- Pouch in the esophagus', 'Zenker's diverticulum
- Esophageal pocket
ICD-10 Codes:
- K225: Diverticulum of esophagus, acquired
Which procedures does Dr. Cates perform as a Otolaryngologist?
As a Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Daniel Cates may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cates' office.
Does Dr. Cates accept my insurance?
Dr. Cates accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 232-3687 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cates accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Cates in La Jolla, 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
Humana
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Scan Health Plan
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cates' office located?
Dr. Daniel Cates' Primary Practice
9350 Campus Point Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037
(412) 232-3687
Dr. Daniel Cates' Practice 2
2521 Stockton Blvd Ste 5200
Sacramento, CA 95817
(916) 734-5400
What is Dr. Cates's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821352907.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cates?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cates
What is Dr. Daniel Cates's specialty?
Dr. Cates is a Otolaryngologist near La Jolla, CA. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Cates to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Daniel Cates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cates is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 Daniel Cates accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Cates is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Daniel Cates offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cates's office at (412) 232-3687 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Daniel Cates?
Please contact Dr. Cates's office at (412) 232-3687 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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