Summary

Dr. Edward Bates specializes in internal medicine and emergency medicine, bringing three decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Bates is fluent in both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Bates is affiliated with Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Cleburne and sees patients at locations in Burleson and Cleburne, Texas. He focuses on managing chronic kidney disease, type 2 diabetes, and heart failure. His practice includes performing blood work such as complete blood counts and kidney function tests. Patients have given Dr. Bates an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 30 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Presbyterian Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Edward Elmer Bates has 3 locations

Usmd Burleson Clinic

12608 South Fwy Ste 140Burleson, TX 76028
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Usmd Cleburne Clinic

1301 W Henderson St Ste ACleburne, TX 76033
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Cleburne

201 Walls DrCleburne, TX 76033

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Edward Elmer Bates

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Care N' Care
  • Care N' Care - HMO
  • Care N' Care - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Golden Rule
  • Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Edward Elmer Bates has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Edward Elmer Bates has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Dr. Edward Elmer Bates holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Presbyterian Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine in 1996.

NPI Number

Dr. Bates' NPI number is 1639179013.

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Where is Dr. Edward Bates's office located?
Dr. Edward Bates's office is located at 12608 South Fwy Ste 140, Burleson, TX, 76028.

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