DANIEL JOHN CATES MD
NPI 1821352907
Otolaryngology in San Diego, CA

Active since July 03, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
200 W ARBOR DR, SAN DIEGO, CA 92103(800) 926-8273(888) 539-8781 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 12, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 12, 2024, Jul 21, 2022, Mar 17, 2018 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

About Daniel John Cates Md NPPES

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

DANIEL JOHN CATES MD (NPI 1821352907) is an individual otolaryngology provider in San Diego, California, licensed in California (A127345) and active in the NPI registry since July 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 4 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821352907
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Y00000X
Provider Legal NameDANIEL JOHN CATESCredential: MD
Location Address200 W ARBOR DRSan Diego, CA 92103-9000
Mailing AddressFile 57326Los Angeles, CA 90074-0001
Fax(888) 539-8781
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateJuly 3, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 12, 20245 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 12, 2024
✔ NPI 1821352907 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Y00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A127345
Definition
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
200 W ARBOR DR, San Diego, CA 92103

Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 11400 Locust St Ste 2100Pittsburgh, PA 15219-5114 · Phone (412) 232-3687 · Fax (412) 232-8488
Location 29333 Genesee AveSan Diego, CA 92121-2111 · Phone (800) 926-8273 · Fax (888) 539-8781
Location 3400 Parnassus AveSan Francisco, CA 94143-2202 · Phone (415) 476-1000
Location 42521 Stockton Blvd # 7200Sacramento, CA 95817-2207 · Phone (916) 734-5005 · Fax (916) 703-5011

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Daniel John Cates Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5991075368
PECOS Enrollment IDI20171031003059
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Daniel Cates reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Allergy & Immunology
200 W ARBOR DR
San Diego, CA 92103
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 1,051 clinicians in this Medicare group
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
2540 23RD ST, 2ND FLOOR, ROOM 2110
San Francisco, CA 94143
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 637 clinicians in this Medicare group
Clinical Child & Adolescent
2825 50TH ST
Sacramento, CA 95817
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 2,570 clinicians in this Medicare group
Neurological Surgery
425 W FIFTH ST, EAST LIVERPOOL CITY HOSPITAL
East Liverpool, OH 43920
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 7,114 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 15

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope 31575
This procedure involves a doctor examining your voice box using a flexible endoscope, a thin tube with a light and camera. It's inserted through your nose or mouth to visualize your throat area. It helps detect any abnormalities in your voice box, ensuring optimal vocal health.
52 services51 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
36 services36 patients
Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope 31575
This procedure involves a doctor examining your voice box using a flexible endoscope, a thin tube with a light and camera. It's inserted through your nose or mouth to visualize your throat area. It helps detect any abnormalities in your voice box, ensuring optimal vocal health.
35 services34 patients
Exam to assess movement of vocal cord flaps using an endoscope 31579
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to view your vocal cords. The endoscope is gently inserted through your nose or mouth to observe the movement of your vocal cords. This helps identify any abnormalities or issues.
35 services35 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
33 services30 patients
Exam to assess movement of vocal cord flaps using an endoscope 31579
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to view your vocal cords. The endoscope is gently inserted through your nose or mouth to observe the movement of your vocal cords. This helps identify any abnormalities or issues.
32 services29 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92103 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$140.22 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $35.05 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$76.87 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $19.21 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tracheostomy care kit for established tracheostomy A4629
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier19 claims570 services$4.48 avg. paid by Medicare
Tracheostomy tube collar/holder, each A7526
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier15 claims450 services$2.85 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Hospice, Inpatient
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Anesthesiology
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Nurse Practitioner
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Nurse Practitioner
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103

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 Daniel Cates's NPI number?

The NPI number for Daniel Cates is 1821352907. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 3, 2012.

Where is Daniel Cates located?

Daniel Cates practices at 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103. The listed phone number is (800) 926-8273.

What is Daniel Cates's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology with taxonomy code 207Y00000X.

Is Daniel Cates enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Daniel Cates is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Daniel Cates's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Daniel Cates reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Regents Of The University Of California (San Diego, CA), University Of California Sfgh Medical Group (San Francisco, CA), Regents Of The Univ Of Ca (Sacramento, CA) and University Of Pittsburgh Physicians (East Liverpool, OH). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Daniel Cates's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Daniel Cates was last updated on August 12, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years 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.