32 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bates, Physiatrist in Meridian, ID?
Dr. James Bates, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Meridian, ID. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Bates graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Mo-Columbia Sch Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Sacred Heart Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Bates is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bates’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bates’s office.
Where did Dr. Bates go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Mo-Columbia Sch Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Sacred Heart Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Sacred Heart Med Center | University of Missouri-Columbia Program
Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Bates board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. James Bates, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Bates speak?
Dr. Bates and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Bates typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Movement Problems
- Neck Joint Dysfunction
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Segmental Dysfunction
- Lower Back Somatic Dysfunction
- Lumbar Biomechanical Issues
- Cervical spine dysfunction
- Neck segmental dysfunction
- Neck somatic dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- M9903: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of lumbar region
- M9901: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Leg and Foot Movement Problems
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lower Extremity Dysfunction
- Leg Somatic Dysfunction
- Foot Biomechanical Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- M9906: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of lower extremity
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Bates typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. James Bates may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Bates' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bates accept my insurance?
Dr. Bates accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bates accept in Meridian, ID?
Dr. Bates in Meridian, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
CareGuard
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
First Administrators
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
MultiPlan Corporation
State of Idaho
Unknown
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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 1821092412.
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. James Bates's specialty?
Dr. Bates is a Physiatrist near Meridian, ID.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. James Bates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bates is affiliated with St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, Treasure Valley Hospital, St. Luke's Nampa Medical Center 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
When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Bates accepting new patients in Meridian, ID?
Yes, Dr. James Bates is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Bates offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bates's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Bates?
Please contact Dr. Bates's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Bates have?
Dr. James Bates is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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Connect with DR. Bates
2690 S Eagle Rd # 150
Meridian, ID 83642