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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bates, Diagnostic Radiologist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Christopher Bates is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bates is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bates’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bates’s office at (901) 516-7600.
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 Diagnostic Radiologist, 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Atelectasis
- Lung collapse
- Incomplete lung expansion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9811: Atelectasis
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Acquired Kidney Cyst
- Kidney Cysts
- Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
- Renal Cyst
- Simple Kidney Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired
Also known as:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
Which procedures does Dr. Bates perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Bates may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
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 (901) 516-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bates accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Bates in Memphis, TN 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Point32Health
Premier
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bates' office located?
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 1154764462.
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. Christopher Bates's specialty?
Dr. Bates is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Memphis, TN. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Bates to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Bates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bates is affiliated with Methodist University Hospital 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 Christopher Bates accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Bates is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Bates offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bates's office at (901) 516-7600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Bates?
Please contact Dr. Bates's office at (901) 516-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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