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James W. Cates, MD

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About Dr. Cates

Based in Cookeville, TN, James W. Cates, MD is listed in the NPI registry under family practice. James graduated from Meharry Medical College School of Medicine in 1985. James is also listed as specializing in family medicine. NPI 1073517892 identifies this record in the national registry.

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Education & Training

Medical School Meharry Medical College School of Medicine Class of 1985

Specialty

Family Practice (Primary)

Credentials & Licensing

TN licenceAs reported to the NPI registry
No. 17419As reported
NPINational Provider Identifier
1073517892Issued 2005

As reported to the NPI registry ↗

Medicare information

Accepts Medicare assignmentYes
Telehealth reported to CMSYes
Medicare opt-outEnded July 2023
Can order and refer in MedicareYes

Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.

Common questions

What does Dr. Cates specialize in?

Dr. Cates is a family practice in Cookeville, TN. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry.

NPI registry

Where is Dr. Cates located?

Dr. Cates is listed at 1120 Sams St, Cookeville, TN 38506. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.

NPI registry

What is Dr. Cates's phone number?

The number on file is (931) 528-7312. Contact the office directly to confirm availability and scheduling.

NPI registry

What is Dr. Cates's NPI number?

Dr. Cates's National Provider Identifier is 1073517892. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.

NPI registry

Where did Dr. Cates go to medical school?

Dr. Cates attended Meharry Medical College School of Medicine, graduating in 1985. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.

CMS public data

How long has Dr. Cates been practicing?

Dr. Cates has 41 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1985, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.

CMS public data

Has Dr. Cates confirmed this information?

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