Timothy O Gates, FNP-BC
Timothy O Gates is a Family Nurse Practitioner based in Southfield, MI with over 9 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Timothy O Gates, FNP-BC has practiced nursing for 9+ years, working in independent practice. Trained at University of Michigan Medical School (class of 2017), he has been practicing for over 9 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 23% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Uses generic medications more than 36% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2313dNPPES updated 2020-01-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
16250 Northland Dr Ste 369, Southfield, MI 48075-1524
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.7%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.4 pts)
4.7% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.7%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.9 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
84
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
179
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,982
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $492k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.59 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2017
University of Michigan Medical School
Board certified · Jan 22, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
9 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LF0000X
Education & Training
University of Michigan Medical School (Class of 2017)
Mailing address
16250 Northland Dr Ste 369, Southfield, MI 48075-5208
Differs from practice location
Virtual Nursing Care With Timothy O Gates
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Timothy O Gates for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Southfield required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Timothy O Gates
NPI records show Dr. Gates as active with telehealth listed in Southfield, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (248) 798-8433.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Timothy O Gates
Practice Location
16250 Northland Dr Ste 369, Southfield, MI 48075-1524
Mailing Address
16250 Northland Dr Ste 369, Southfield, MI 48075-5208
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