Overview
James Bates is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Akron, Ohio.
His clinical expertise encompasses Papilledema, Optic Nerve Atrophy, Optic Atrophy Type 1, and Strabismus.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
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- POS
- PPO
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- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
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Locations
75 Arch St Ste 204, Akron, OH 44304
2500 Metrohealth Dr, Cleveland, OH 44109
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James Bates
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James Bates?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James Bates by calling their office at 330-375-4831. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James Bates a top-rated expert for Papilledema?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James Bates is classified as an Experienced expert for Papilledema, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. James Bates specialize in?
While Dr. James Bates is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Papilledema, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Optic Atrophy Type 1. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. James Bates participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James Bates has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Papilledema. You can view a list of Dr. James Bates's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James Bates accept my insurance?
Dr. James Bates accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareSource. We recommend calling the office directly at 330-375-4831 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Experienced
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Bates isExperienced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- NeuralgiaDr. Bates isExperienced. Learn about Neuralgia.
- Optic Atrophy Type 1Dr. Bates isExperienced. Learn about Optic Atrophy Type 1.
- Optic Nerve AtrophyDr. Bates isExperienced. Learn about Optic Nerve Atrophy.
- PapilledemaDr. Bates isExperienced. Learn about Papilledema.
- Pseudotumor Cerebri SyndromeDr. Bates isExperienced. Learn about Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome.