Summary

John Bates, MD is a board-certified psychiatrist with Ochsner Health. Dr. Bates specializes in outpatient mental health care. He provides personalized treatment using medication management and evidence-based strategies to support individuals with a wide range of psychiatric conditions. His clinical interests include adult psychiatry, addiction medicine and the use of telepsychiatry to improve access to care.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 24 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Oregon Health and Science University
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

John Bates

17050 Medical Center DrBaton Rouge, LA 70816

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24 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 2 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Baton Rouge , LASan Francisco , CAMetairie , LABaton Rouge , LA
Med School: Oregon Health and Science University Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine Med School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University Med School: Walden University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by John Bates

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Moda Health
  • Mountain Health Co-Op
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • University of Utah Health Plans

Medical Specialties

John Bates has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

John Bates has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorder
  • Insomnia
  • Manic Depressive Disorder
  • Mental Illness
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Sleep Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

John Bates holds an active medical license in the state of Wyoming.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Wyoming.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Oregon Health and Science University in 2006.

Internship

Completed their internship at Oregon Health and Science University in 2003.

Medical School

Graduated from Oregon Health and Science University in 2002.

NPI Number

John Bates' NPI number is 1720170228.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does John Bates accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
John Bates has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is John Bates's office located?
John Bates's office is located at 17050 Medical Center Dr, Baton Rouge, LA, 70816.
What languages does John Bates speak?
John Bates speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with John Bates?
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Does John Bates accept my insurance?
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