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Dr. Michael Bates, MD

Thoracic Surgery* Age 54
Dr. Michael Bates, MD
4.9 (9 Ratings)
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Dr. Michael Bates, MD

Thoracic Surgery* Age 54
Greenville, NC
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. Michael Bates, MD works in Greenville, NC as a Thoracic Surgery Specialist and has 24 years experience.

They are board certified in General Surgery and graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 2000. Dr. Bates completed a residency at Ochsner Clinic Foundation. At present, Dr. Bates has received an average rating of 4.9 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. They are affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Bates practices at East Carolina Heart Institute at East Carolina University in Greenville, NC and has additional offices in New Orleans, LA.

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  • Aetna Better Health of Louisiana
    Aetna POS
    Choice Plus POS II
  • Standard Plan
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
    Blue Cross and Blue Shield
    Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
  • Medicare
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
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  • Cigna PPO
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  • Aetna Better Health
  • Coventry Health Care of Louisiana HMO
  • EyePrefer Essential Plan
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Galaxy Health Network PPO
  • Health Payors Organization PPO
  • HealthSmart POS
  • Medicaid
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Behavioral Health
  • PPO Plus PPO
  • Special Needs Plan SNP
  • United Healthcare
  • WellCare PPO
  • Worker's Compensation WC

Locations

  1. 1 East Carolina Heart Institute at East Carolina University
    115 HEART DR, Greenville, NC 27834
  2. 2 ECU Health Medical Center
    2100 Stantonsburg Rd, Greenville, NC 27834
  3. 3 Ochsner Medical Center - Neurosurgery 7th Fl
    1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121

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4.9
Based on 9 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
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1 Star (0)

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Feb 04, 2024
Dr Bates performed emergency surgery on my wife, and everything went fine. Not only that, he was very personable, compassionate and seemed like he really cared not only about the patient, but also the family.
Awesome Doctor — Feb 04, 2024
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Specialties*
Thoracic Surgery
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Eastern Virginia Medical School
    2000
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and Thoracic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Ochsner Medical Center
    2005
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Ochsner Clinic Foundation
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Stanford University
    2008
Fellowship Hospital

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Dr. Michael Bates, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Bates accepts Aetna, Always Care Benefits and American Lifecare as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Bates accepts here.

Dr. Bates has a star rating of 4.9/5 and has been reviewed 9 times.

Dr. Bates is board certified in General Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and Thoracic Surgery.

Dr. Bates has been practicing as a Thoracic Surgery Specialist for 24 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Ochsner Medical Center

Know Before You Go

Preventive care: what doctors want you to know

Preventive care can help identify current or future health and medical concerns before they become major.

  1. Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor

    Everyone ages 18 to 79 needs to get tested for hepatitis C. (USPSTF)

  2. Protect Yourself from Seasonal Flu

    Get the flu vaccine every year to protect yourself and others from the flu. (ACIP)

  3. Talk with Your Doctor About Depression

    Talk with your doctor about how you are feeling if you have been sad, down, or hopeless. (USPSTF)

  4. Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year

    See a doctor or nurse for a checkup once a year. (HRSA)

  5. Watch for Warning Signs of Relationship Violence

    If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)

  6. Get Screened for Cervical Cancer

    Get a Pap test every 3 years. If you get a Pap test and an HPV test, you can get screened every 5 years instead. (USPSTF)

  7. Get Tested for HIV

    Get tested for HIV at least once. You may need to get tested more often depending on your risk. (USPSTF)

  8. Get Your Blood Pressure Checked

    Get your blood pressure checked regularly — at least every 5 years.  (USPSTF)

  9. Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation

    If you are concerned about your drinking, ask your doctor about screening and counseling. (USPSTF)

  10. Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)

    Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)

  11. Get Enough Folic Acid

    Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)

  12. Quit Smoking

    If you smoke, ask your doctor about services to help you quit. (USPSTF)

  13. Talk with Your Doctor About Drug Misuse

    If you’re worried about your drug use, talk with a doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)