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Dr. Michael Oates, MD

Fitzgerald, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Oates, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Fitzgerald, GA?

    Dr. Michael Oates, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fitzgerald, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Oates completed his residency at Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Sinai-Grace Hosp/Sinai Hosp, General Surgery; Spectrum Hlth-Butterworth Camp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Oates is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oates’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oates’s office at (906) 293-5181.

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

    • Residency: Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Sinai-Grace Hosp/Sinai Hosp, General Surgery; Spectrum Hlth-Butterworth Camp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In

    What languages does Dr. Oates speak?

    Dr. Oates and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Oates treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Oates 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. Oates. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Oates perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Michael Oates may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Oates' office.

    Does Dr. Oates accept my insurance?

    Dr. Oates accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (906) 293-5181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Oates accept in Fitzgerald, GA?

    Dr. Oates in Fitzgerald, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Georgia

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Oates' office located?

    Dr. Michael Oates' Primary Practice

    200 Perry House Rd

    Fitzgerald, GA 31750

    (906) 293-5181

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    Dr. Michael Oates' Practice 2

    117 Kite Rd

    Swainsboro, GA 30401

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    Dr. Michael Oates' Practice 3

    1400 W Ice Lake Rd

    Beechwood, MI 49935

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    What is Dr. Oates's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Oates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922045681.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oates?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oates

    What is Dr. Michael Oates's specialty?

    Dr. Oates is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Fitzgerald, GA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Oates to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Oates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Oates is affiliated with Tift Regional Medical Center, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Colquitt Regional Medical Center, Piedmont Macon Medical Center, HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Michael Oates accepting new patients in Fitzgerald, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Oates is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Oates offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Oates's office at (906) 293-5181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Oates?

    Please contact Dr. Oates's office at (906) 293-5181 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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