Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Daniel Cates, MD
Otolaryngology Physician (CMS: Otolaryngology) · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1821352907
- Accepts Medicare
- 14 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 5 locations .
- Primary practice
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200 W Arbor Dr
San Diego, CA 921039000
(800) 926-8273
fax (888) 539-8781 - Additional location
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2521 Stockton Blvd # 7200
Sacramento, CA 958172207
(916) 734-5005
fax (916) 703-5011 - Additional location
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400 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 941432202
(415) 476-1000 - Additional location
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9333 Genesee Ave
San Diego, CA 921212111 - Additional location
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1400 Locust St Ste 2100
Pittsburgh, PA 152195114
(412) 232-3687
fax (412) 232-8488 - Mailing address
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File 57326
Los Angeles, CA 900740001
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Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 12, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Y00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A127345
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1821352907. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
763
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$72,926
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
31575 |
Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope | 147 | 139 | $72 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 111 | 111 | $138 | |
31579 |
Exam to assess movement of vocal cord flaps using an endoscope | 108 | 97 | $125 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 73 | 65 | $101 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 66 | 49 | $69 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 65 | 65 | $85 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 57 | 47 | $13 | |
43499 |
Other procedure on esophagus | 53 | 43 | $119 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 45 | 40 | $69 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 22 | 22 | $149 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 18 peers in San Diego Otolaryngology Physician, average services per provider: 64. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$291
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspire Medical Systems, INC. | 1 | $125.00 | |
| DePuy Synthes Sales INC. | 1 | $90.91 | |
| Steris Corporation | 1 | $74.83 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
90
Patients
14
Total drug cost
$2,295
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 35 | 0 | $915 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | Generic | 32 | 14 | $1,237 |
| Chlorhexidine Gluconate | Generic | 12 | 0 | $85 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 11 | 0 | $57 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Daniel Cates's medical specialty?
Dr. Daniel Cates practices Otolaryngology Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Daniel Cates practice?
Dr. Daniel Cates practices at 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 921039000. Office phone: 8009268273.
What is Dr. Daniel Cates's NPI?
Dr. Daniel Cates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821352907, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Daniel Cates accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Daniel Cates accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Daniel Cates commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 31575); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Exam to assess movement of vocal cord flaps using an endoscope (HCPCS 31579). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.