Summary

Dr. Jay Coates is a family medicine physician who also specializes in surgery and critical care medicine. He earned his medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. With 31 years of medical experience, Dr. Coates brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Coates is affiliated with several medical centers including Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center, Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center, Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, and Select Specialty Hospital Belhaven. His practice locations include Nashville, Tennessee and Jackson, Mississippi. He focuses on treating patients with open wounds, pressure sores, and burns. Dr. Coates performs specialized procedures such as applying protective wound dressings, providing ongoing care for chronic wounds, and removing damaged tissue to promote healing. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.2 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • 3.2
  • 31 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Pennsylvania Health System
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Jay Ellsworth Coates has 3 locations

Skyline Medical Center

3441 Dickerson PikeNashville, TN 37207

Select Specialty Hospital Belhaven

1225 N State St Fl 5Jackson, MS 39202

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Dr. Jay Ellsworth Coates JR., DOEric Foley, APRNIanna Gray, APRNDr. Saritha Voncha Reddy, MD
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.2 
4.4 
31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Russian, Telugu
Nashville , TNNashville , TNMadison , TNSmyrna , TN
Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Nursing Med School: Yerevan State University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jay Ellsworth Coates

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Jay Ellsworth Coates has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jay Ellsworth Coates has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • General Surgery
  • Surgery
  • Surgical Critical Care (surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Dr. Jay Ellsworth Coates holds an expired medical license in the states of Mississippi and Nevada.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Mississippi that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Nevada that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Pennsylvania Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Coates' NPI number is 1982682746.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Jay Coates affiliated with?
Dr. Jay Coates is affiliated with Sunrise Hospital And Medical Center, Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center, Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, and Select Specialty Hospital Belhaven.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jay Coates?
You can find contact information for Dr. Jay Coates here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Jay Coates speak?
Dr. Jay Coates speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Jay Coates's office located?
Dr. Jay Coates's office is located at 3441 Dickerson Pike, Nashville, TN, 37207.
Does Dr. Jay Coates accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Jay Coates accepts on their Vitals profile.

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