Summary

Dr. Daniel Cates specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, focusing on disorders of the ears, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency training at UC Davis Medical Center. With 14 years of clinical experience, Dr. Cates has developed expertise in treating complex conditions affecting the upper respiratory and digestive systems. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Cates practices at UC San Diego Health in San Diego, California, where he treats patients with aging voice conditions and airway disorders. He also provides specialized care for professional voice users who rely on their vocal abilities for their careers. His procedural expertise includes fiberoptic pharyngoscopy and flexible laryngoscopy to examine the throat and voice box, as well as bedside swallow evaluations to assess patients' ability to safely consume food and liquids. Patients have given Dr. Cates an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 14 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Uc Davis Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

UC San Diego Health

9333 Genesee AveSan Diego, CA 92121

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4.1 
14 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English, Swedish, French, German Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish
San Diego , CASan Diego , CACARLSBAD , CACARLSBAD , CA
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico Facultad De Medicina Med School: Universidad De Buenos Aires Facultad De Medicina Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Daniel Cates

  • AARP
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • GEHA
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Physicians Mutual
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Transamerica
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Daniel Cates has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Daniel Cates has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery
  • Polyps
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Uc Davis Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 2012

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Daniel Cates accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Daniel Cates accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Daniel Cates accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Cates accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Daniel Cates's office located?
Dr. Daniel Cates's office is located at 9333 Genesee Ave, San Diego, CA, 92121.
Is Dr. Daniel Cates accepting new patients?
Dr. Daniel Cates is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Daniel Cates's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Dr. Daniel Cates speak?
Dr. Daniel Cates speaks English.

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