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 medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, where he developed expertise in osteopathic medicine's holistic approach to patient care. Dr. Bates speaks both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse communities throughout Indiana and Michigan.

Dr. Bates practices at multiple locations including Valparaiso and Michigan City, Indiana, as well as Greenville, Michigan, with hospital privileges at University of Michigan Health West. He specializes in treating back pain conditions, including pregnancy-related back pain and back problems in children and teenagers. His practice also includes treating flank pain and performing comprehensive diagnostic testing. Patients have rated Dr. Bates 4.0 out of 5 stars for his compassionate care and thorough approach to family medicine.

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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

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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Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Valparaiso , INBoca Raton , FLOrlando , FLBolingbrook , IL
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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Indiana, 2027, Active
Doctor Of Osteopathy, Michigan, 2024, Inactive

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1998

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Joel Bates speak?
Dr. Joel Bates speaks Spanish and English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joel Bates affiliated with?
Dr. Joel Bates is affiliated with University Of Michigan Health West.
Where is Dr. Joel Bates's office located?
Dr. Joel Bates's office is located at 1001 Sturdy Rd, Valparaiso, IN, 46383.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Bates?
You can find contact information for Dr. Joel Bates here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Joel Bates accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joel Bates accepts on their Vitals profile.

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