Robert Bates, M.D.
NPI 1538164231 · Urology Physician · Holland, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Bates, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Holland, MI (NPI 1538164231).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538164231
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 13819 (ND)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 124 | 48 |
| Finasteride | 81 | 38 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 50 | 15 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 24 | 19 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 21 | 19 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 17 | — |
| Estradiol | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$30 across 1 record (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 2305 37th Ave SwMinot, ND 58701-7669Phone: (701) 857-5000
- 400 Burdick Expy EMinot, ND 58701-4768Phone: (701) 857-7396
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-17
- Last updated
- 2023-04-11
- Certified
- 2023-04-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Bates's NPI number?
- Robert Bates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538164231, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Bates's specialty?
- Robert Bates is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Bates located?
- Robert Bates's practice location on file with NPPES is 577 Michigan Ave, Holland, MI 49423-4911.
- What is Robert Bates's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Bates is (616) 392-1816.
- Does Robert Bates accept Medicare?
- Robert Bates is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Bates's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Bates's NPI (1538164231) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-04-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.