Summary

Dr. Karen Bates has practiced internal medicine and cardiology for 37 years and is affiliated with Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics. She earned her medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and sees patients in Lafayette, Louisiana. She speaks Chinese and Spanish.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 1
  • 37 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish
  • Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics

2390 W Congress StLafayette, LA 70506

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Bates

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Bates has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Bates has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiology
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Bates' NPI number is 1801818604.

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Dr. Karen Bates's office is located at 2390 W Congress St, Lafayette, LA, 70506.
What languages does Dr. Karen Bates speak?
Dr. Karen Bates speaks Chinese and Spanish.

Data Sources

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