Summary

Dr. Joel Bates is a family medicine physician with 28 years of experience providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, bringing nearly three decades of clinical expertise to his practice. Dr. Bates speaks both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations in their preferred language.

Dr. Bates is affiliated with University of Michigan Health West and practices in multiple locations across Indiana and Michigan, including Valparaiso and Michigan City, Indiana, as well as Greenville, Michigan. He specializes in managing high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes, conditions that affect millions of Americans. His practice also includes pediatric care, making him a trusted choice for families seeking one physician for multiple family members. Patients rate Dr. Bates 4.0 out of 5 stars for his compassionate and thorough approach to healthcare.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 28 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Provided follow-up after the visit
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Joel Douglas Bates has 5 locations

Healthlinc Valparaiso

1001 Sturdy RdValparaiso, IN 46383
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

Corewell Health United

615 S Bower StGreenville, MI 48838

Healthlinc Michigan City

710 Franklin St Ste 200Michigan City, IN 46360
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

Northwest Health Porter

85 E Us Highway 6Valparaiso, IN 46383

Healthlinc Michigan City

200 ALFRED STMICHIGAN CITY, IN 46360
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

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Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
28 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, German, Portuguese
Valparaiso , INBolingbrook , ILTERRE HAUTE , INSheridan , WY
Med School: Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joel Douglas Bates

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - HMO
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • McLaren Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Health - HMO
  • Priority Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Priority Health - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joel Douglas Bates has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joel Douglas Bates has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Dr. Joel Douglas Bates holds active and inactive medical licenses in the states of Indiana and Michigan.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of Indiana that expires in 2027 and an inactive medical license in the state of Michigan that expired in 2024.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1998.

NPI Number

Dr. Bates' NPI number is 1285738435.

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Dr. Joel Bates's office is located at 1001 Sturdy Rd, Valparaiso, IN, 46383.

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