Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nicole Cates, DPM
Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist (CMS: Podiatry) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · San Francisco, CA
- NPI 1386008779
- Accepts Medicare
- 10 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
2299 Post St Ste 103
San Francisco, CA 941153443
(415) 923-0992
fax (415) 923-1036 - Additional location
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2200 Kernan Dr Ste 1132
Baltimore, MD 212076665
(667) 214-2742
fax (410) 448-6842
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 21, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2016 — 10 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 213ES0103X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #E5708
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1386008779. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
643
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$89,248
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 238 | 26 | $151 | |
11042 |
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | 160 | 15 | $153 | |
97597 |
Removal of tissue from wound, 20.0 sq cm or less | 151 | 13 | $129 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 59 | 20 | $107 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 22 | 13 | $68 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 13 | 13 | $132 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 15 peers in San Francisco Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist, average services per provider: 165. This provider delivers 3.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
23
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$217
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 12 | 0 | $55 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 11 | 0 | $162 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nicole Cates's medical specialty?
Dr. Nicole Cates practices Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist in San Francisco, CA.
Where does Dr. Nicole Cates practice?
Dr. Nicole Cates practices at 2299 Post St Ste 103, San Francisco, CA 941153443. Office phone: 4159230992.
What is Dr. Nicole Cates's NPI?
Dr. Nicole Cates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386008779, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nicole Cates accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nicole Cates accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nicole Cates commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less (HCPCS 11042); Removal of tissue from wound, 20.0 sq cm or less (HCPCS 97597). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.