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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cates, Family Medicine Specialist in Cookeville, TN?
Dr. James Cates, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cookeville, TN. He is board certified. Dr. Cates graduated from Meharry Medical College and completed his residency at U Tenn Meml Hosp. Dr. Cates is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cates’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cates’s office at (931) 528-7312.
Where did Dr. Cates go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Tenn Meml Hosp | University of Tennessee Program
Medical School: Meharry Medical College
Is Dr. Cates board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Cates, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cates speak?
Dr. Cates and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cates typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Diabetes Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
Also known as:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cates typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Cates may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Cates' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cates accept my insurance?
Dr. Cates accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (931) 528-7312 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cates accept in Cookeville, TN?
Dr. Cates in Cookeville, 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
Assurant
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cates' office located?
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 1073517892.
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. James Cates's specialty?
Dr. Cates is a Family Medicine Specialist near Cookeville, TN.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. James Cates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cates is affiliated with Cookeville Regional Medical Center 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Cates accepting new patients in Cookeville, TN?
Yes, Dr. James Cates is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Cates offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cates's office at (931) 528-7312 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Cates?
Please contact Dr. Cates's office at (931) 528-7312 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Cates have?
Dr. James Cates is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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