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DR. JAMES DOUGLAS BATES D.D.S., M.D.
NPI 1730172347
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in Dallas, TX

Active since August 30, 2005Opted out of Medicare · through Jul 1, 2027
3001 KNOX ST, SUITE 301, DALLAS, TX 75205(214) 824-8960(214) 824-8984 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 19, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. James Douglas Bates D.d.s., M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. JAMES DOUGLAS BATES D.D.S., M.D. (NPI 1730172347) is an individual oral & maxillofacial surgery provider in Dallas, Texas, licensed in Texas (H0164) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He has opted out of Medicare through July 1, 2027 and remains eligible to order and refer.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730172347
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy204E00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES DOUGLAS BATESCredential: D.D.S., M.D.
Location Address3001 KNOX ST, SUITE 301Dallas, TX 75205-5584
Mailing Address3001 Knox St Ste 301Dallas, TX 75205-5593 · (214) 824-8960 · Fax (214) 824-8984
Phone(214) 824-8960
Fax(214) 824-8984
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateAugust 30, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 19, 2026
NPPES CertifiedMarch 19, 2026
✔ NPI 1730172347 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOral & Maxillofacial SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code204E00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · H0164
Definition
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to recognize and treat a wide spectrum of diseases, injuries and defects in the head, neck, face, jaws and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. They are also trained to administer anesthesia, and provide care in an office setting. They are trained to treat problems such as the extraction of wisdom teeth, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, and to perform dental implant surgery.
Also ListedDentist · Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryTaxonomy 1223S0112X · License 12096 (TX)
3001 KNOX ST, Dallas, TX 75205
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, BEST Life, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Opted out of Medicare

Dr. James Douglas Bates D.d.s., M.d. has filed a Medicare opt-out affidavit. Services are provided under private contract between the provider and the patient, and are not billed to or reimbursed by Medicare. The opt-out is on file from July 1, 2015 through July 1, 2027.

Opt-Out Effective DateJuly 1, 2015
Opt-Out In Effect ThroughJuly 1, 2027Opt-out affidavits renew automatically every two years unless cancelled
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesAn opted-out provider can still order and refer for Medicare patients in the categories marked above, even though their own services are not covered.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. MONIKA MCJUNKIN DAVIS D.D.S.
Dentist (General Practice)
3001 KNOX ST, SUITE 300
DALLAS, TX 75205
Dallas County (214) 265-7771
WILLIAMS DENTAL ASSOCIATES NORTH
Dentist (General Practice)
3001 KNOX ST, SUITE 300
DALLAS, TX 75205
Dallas County (214) 265-7771
DR. DERRICK ASKINS D.D.S
Dentist (General Practice)
3001 KNOX ST, SUITE 300
DALLAS, TX 75205
Dallas County (214) 265-7771
DR. CHARLES IVAN WILLIAMS SR. D.D.S.
Dentist (General Practice)
3001 KNOX ST, SUITE #300
DALLAS, TX 75205
Dallas County (214) 265-7771
TEXAS ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY, P.A.
Clinic/Center (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
3001 KNOX ST, SUITE 301
DALLAS, TX 75205
Dallas County (214) 824-8960

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is James Bates's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Bates is 1730172347. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 30, 2005.

Where is James Bates located?

James Bates practices at 3001 Knox St Suite 301, Dallas, TX 75205. The listed phone number is (214) 824-8960.

What is James Bates's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery with taxonomy code 204E00000X.

Is James Bates enrolled in Medicare?

No. James Bates has opted out of Medicare through July 1, 2027. Care is provided under private contracts, and Medicare does not pay for services furnished by providers who have opted out. The provider remains eligible to order and refer services for Medicare patients.

What insurance does James Bates accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, BEST Life, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and 10 other insurers list James Bates as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Bates was last updated on March 19, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.