Mr. Rodney Kent Bates

Prejudiced against anyone who takes controlled substances, no matter what the reason or background. I just finally qualified for Medicaid after 20 years of trying in 4 different states. My regular PCP changed their business design to be a wellness center, so I had to find a new PCP. Trying to find a PCP who accepts the coverage and has any openings less than 4 months out has been a nightmare, and a couple specialists that I need to see, for some reason require a referral from a PCP. I was having horrible luck finding a PCP who had any openings or was even taking new patients, despite what the Medicaid website said. I was so relieved when the front desk lady said that Dr. Bates was taking new patients and that he had any openings in the near future. But then first question she asked was if I was on any controlled substances. I was honest and said yes I was, but only as needed, and I was immediately rejected as a potential patient. I asked if it mattered that I have 2 serious health conditions, a collapsed shoulder requiring a shoulder replacement, plus of 20 years of medical records to back up my need for pain meds (plus my records would show a history of my consistently rejecting stronger pain meds), not to mention I didn't even need the PCP to prescribe any pain meds for me, I have specialists that can handle all that. It didn't matter what my situation was, the lady said that Dr. Bates absolutely will not see anyone who takes any controlled substances for ANY reason, and that I would have to prove I was 'clean' for 90 days if I wanted him for my doctor. I'm so tired of being punished for other people's actions and choices and not being able to get the care I need when I have a legitimate, very serious health situation.

Doctor Rodney Bates cares about his patients, he takes great care to see that they get the best medical attention that is needed!! He takes time to set and talk with me when I go for a visit and sees to it that I get the correct medical treatment! I highly recommend Doctor Bates !!

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Very able and thorough examinations. Knows more than most physicians. You will be glad you saw him

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