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Scott M. DeBates

Scott M. DeBates, MD

Dermatology

Accepting New Patients
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults (ages 19 - 65)
  • Geriatrics (>65)

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Scott M. DeBates

In addition to being a board-certified dermatologist, Scott DeBates, MD, is a board-certified micrographic dermatologic surgeon. Micrographic dermatologic surgery was established as a certified subspecialty of dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology (ABD) in 2021. Dr. DeBates has been using Mohs micrographic surgery as a highly effective office-based technique for the removal of certain types of skin cancer since 2003.

Locations

  1. Methodist Physicians Clinic - West Dodge Medical Plaza

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: University of Missouri Health Care, 2003
  • Internship: University of Missouri Health Care, 2000
  • Medical School: University of South Dakota School of Medicine, 1999

Board Certifications

  • Dermatology: American Board of Dermatology, 2003

Insurance

Please contact the doctor's office directly to confirm acceptance of insurance.
Search plans
  • Advanced Medical Pricing Solutions
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare Assure Premier (HMO D-SNP)
  • Aetna Medicare Eagle (HMO)
  • Aetna Medicare Premier (HMO)
  • Aetna Medicare Premier (PPO)
  • Aetna Medicare SmartFit (HMO)
  • Aetna Medicare SmartFit (PPO)
  • Aetna Medicare Value Plus (HMO)
  • Aetna Meritain
  • Aetna NHN
  • Aetna Signature Administrators
  • Ambetter Health
  • American Health Plans of Iowa ISNP
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Medicare Advantage Access (PPO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Medicare Advantage Connect (PPO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Medicare Advantage Core (HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Medicare Advantage Secure (PPO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska NEtwork Blue
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Network Blue Heartland Blue
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Premier Select Blue Choice
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Premier Select Blue Choice Heartland Blue
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Select Blue Choice
  • Carelon Behavioral Health (MJE Only)
  • Coventry Workers' Compensation
  • Elite Choice
  • First Health
  • HealthSmart PPO
  • HealthSmart Workers' Compensation
  • Humana Full Access (PPO)
  • Humana Gold Plus (HMO)
  • Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE (HMO D-SNP)
  • Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO)
  • HumanaChoice (PPO)
  • HumanaChoice Giveback (PPO)
  • Immanuel Pathways PACE IA
  • Immanuel Pathways PACE NE
  • Iowa Total Care IA Medicaid
  • Medica Choice National (PPO)
  • Medica Elevate
  • Medica Insure
  • Medica Medicare Advantage Solution
  • Medica Medicare Cost Prime Solution
  • Midlands Choice Network
  • Midwest Alliance Network
  • Molina IA Medicaid
  • Molina IA Medicare Advantage
  • Molina NE Medicaid
  • Molina NE Medicare Advantage
  • MultiPlan (PHCS not Included)
  • Nebraska Furniture Mart - Centivo TPA
  • Nebraska Total Care NE Medicaid
  • NX Health Network (dba Valenz Access)
  • O'Hara Workers' Compensation
  • Progyny (participating providers: Carolyn Doherty, Christopher Corder, John Bishay, Jusdson Davies, Brett Hill, Jon Morton)
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare AARP MA Essentials from UHC NE-3 (HMO)
  • United Healthcare AARP MA Extras from UHC NE-5 (HMO)
  • United Healthcare AARP MA from UHC NE-0002 (PPO)
  • United Healthcare AARP MA Patriot No Rx NE-MA01 (PPO)
  • United Healthcare Allsavers
  • United Healthcare Core
  • United Healthcare Dual Complete NE-S001 (HMO D-SNP)
  • United Healthcare Dual Complete NE-S002 (PPO D-SNP)
  • United Healthcare Dual Complete NE-S003 (HMO D-SNP)
  • United Healthcare Dual Complete NE-V001 (HMO D-SNP)
  • United Healthcare Group MA (HMO)
  • United Healthcare Group MA (PPO)
  • United Healthcare NE Individual Exchange Benefit Plan
  • United Healthcare NE Medicaid
  • United Healthcare Nexus ACO
  • United Healthcare of the River Valley
  • United Healthcare Optum VA CCN
  • United Healthcare Surest
  • Wellcare Medicare Advantage
  • Wellmark Blue (HMO)
  • Wellmark Blue (PPO)
  • Wellmark Alliance Select (PPO)
  • Wellmark Blue Access (HMO)
  • Wellmark Blue Advantage (HMO)
  • Wellmark Blue Choice (HMO)
  • Wellmark Blue Medicare Advantage (HMO)
  • Wellmark Blue Medicare Advantage (PPO)
  • Wellmark Blue Medicare Advantage Avera (PPO)
  • Wellmark Blue Medicare Advantage Enhanced (PPO)
  • Wellmark Classic Blue (PPO)
  • Wellmark IA Hawk-I (HMO)
  • Wellpoint IA Medicaid
  • Wellpoint Medicare Advantage DSNP

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

1223 ratings, 95 reviews

The Patient Experience Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients who are treated in outpatient or hospital settings may receive different surveys that are not included in this Patient Experience Rating. The volume of responses will vary by question.

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Search reviews
    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/24/2026

    Dr. DeBates has an excellent balance between listening and doing what needs to be done.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/24/2026

    Always great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    I cannot say enough about the excellent service and explanations provided by Dr. Klug.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    Great provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    Dr. Debates is always professional and friendly in his communication with me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Dr.DeBates is an excellet physican. He is always concerned about my health. He makes a point of explaining all my treatment options.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/21/2025

    My care provider always shows high concern for my condition and provides options to address them in a highly effective manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    Dr. Debates and the entire staff were excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    Dr. Debates is an outstanding practitioner. Methodist is as is Omaha, lucky to have him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    Dr Debates is so easy to talk to and answers any questions. Plus he offers additional educational information as to what to watch out for regarding suspicious vs normal dermatology skin spots or lesions. Very personal and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Dr Debates is great!! Also explains exactly what is going on & what I can do to minimize future problems

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/10/2025

    Dr. Debates is an excellent doctor, and I couldn't ask for better care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    Doctor De Bates is always very informative.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    Always very thorough!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/3/2025

    Such a good office and doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/28/2025

    Dr DeBates carefully explains what to watch for and explains if any question about a potential problem to get a prompt appointment to have him check it out.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/28/2025

    I have been to this office for PDT and skin checks for over a dozen years. They have consistently been very professional and knowledgeable. Friendly also.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/20/2025

    Dr DeBates is very thorough and easy to understand

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    Dr DeBates is very knowledgeable and accomplished. Willing to take time to listen to another concern and offered to refer to another specialist of another medical specialty. Debates has a very pleasant demeanor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    Dr. Has always been caring and helpful, patiently explaing procedure and expectations.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Dr. DeBates is very thorough and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    A very good experience bro meet with Dr. DeBates. He is friendly, caring and understanding and helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    There's no debate about it, Dr. Debates is the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/11/2025

    I trust his finding and solutions, he's easy too talk with, thank-you

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/11/2025

    Dr. Debates is very good at what he does. Great guy.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    Dr.was very confident,personal,knowledgeable,informative and patient as he fielded my questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    Great doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/2/2025

    I really appreciate having access to such great medical care from Dr. DeBates and his nurse. I feel fortunate to have such excellent medical care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/2/2025

    I really like him . Hes very friendly and does explain things.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Dr. Debates is great kind, thorough, and very informative. Highly recommend him as a dermatologist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/30/2025

    Dr. Debates is one of the best!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    He's a number 1 doctor A+

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/11/2025

    Doctor DeBates and his staff are Great communicators

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/10/2025

    I'm certain that Dr DeBates is the best dermatologist in Omaha. He is always so thorough with my skin checks and always patiently answers my questions. I hope he continues to practice for a long time and I'll continue seeing him as long as he does!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    I fully trust Dr DeBates. He explains conditions very well and always includes me in any decisions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    Dr. Debates is excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    Dr. Debates always listens and provides clear info.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    Dr. DeBates did an excellent job explaining what was to happen.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    Dr. Gartrell and his staff is always very professional, kind, and caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/3/2025

    Dr. Debates was very professional, personable and informative during the entire appointment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    Dr DeBates takes the time to explain everything and any questions you may have. You do not feel rushed, he makes you feel at ease with your visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    I am always confident I will get the best possible care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    Dr. Debates reminds me of my best professors in college; smart and Incredibly Informative.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    Dr. DeBates is an awesome dermatologist!! Even my primary clinic doctor is impressed with Dr. DeBates and shared with me how Dr. DeBates saved one of her patients who had horrible skin cancer on his face.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/27/2025

    Dr. Debates was friendly, and informed me of everything he was going to do, and showed me photos throughout the procedure.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/21/2025

    Dr DeBates listened to my concerns and answered my questions about my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    I think DrDebates is a fantastic dr who listens to my concerns and gives me a thorough explanation

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/9/2025

    Dr DeBates has a great personality. He is very engaging and explains everything he is doing, as part of his examination.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    I was impressed with the doctor, and his explanations of what I had, and procedures needed

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    Dr. DeBates is a wonderful doctor. Explains everything extremely well and is truly concerned about his patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    Made me feel at ease

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    Very good care of giving them my Dr Debates and the nurses

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/28/2025

    Very impressed with Dr Debates

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/24/2025

    Dr Debates is awesome. Very down to earth and explains things so that I can understand then of course he does great work with his biopsies

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    Dr. Debates is an excellent physician and would recommend him unconditionally.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    I loved Dr DeBates and his nurse practitioner! Super nice and attentive to my questions as well as answering them.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    Thorough exam & thoughtful suggestions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/16/2025

    The doctor is always friendly and informative. I have always felt like I am in good hands with Dr. Debates

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Dr. Debates is a good physician for Methodist Dermatology Dept.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Dr. DeBates was great at making me feel comfortable and describing what my options were. I would highly recommend his services. Thank you!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/20/2025

    Dr Debates is an excellent doctor who communicates well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    Dr is very kind and has a nice sense of humor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/13/2025

    Really liked the doctor - felt heard, doc seemed not rushed, professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Dr. Debates is excellent. He listens and explains things well. He also spends time and didn't make me feel rushed .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/8/2025

    Dr DeBates is wonderful with great knowledge and concern for his patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/8/2025

    Dr Debates is amazing! From the first moment I saw him in 2019 until now his demeanor bedside manner professional zoom has always been great. I truly respect and trust him with my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/27/2025

    Dr DeBates and staff are always professional, knowledgeable and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/27/2025

    Dr. Debates always goes above and beyond to answer my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    Dr DeBates very knowledgeable and easy to communicate with.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    The doctor was caring, knowledgeable and professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    Dr Debates is excellent and very knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    Dr. Debates is the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    Doc. De Bates is a Doc that listens to me and takes the time to check everything on me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    Dr Debates was very thorough, explained what he was looking for.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    Both Dr DeBates and Nurse Launa were excellent and made the procedure very comfortable and did it excellence

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/8/2025

    I love Dr. Bates. He's great, talks his way through the exam.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/6/2025

    Dr DeBates is the best skin health Dr that I have ever seen. Diagnoses are accurate and thorough and complete. He answers all questions. There are none better.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/6/2025

    Always personable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Dr. Debates did a wonderful job of explaining the procedure and making me feel comfortable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    All good with Dr Debates and his group of professionals.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/2/2025

    I had an excellent experience from arrival until leaving. Dr DeBates was very thorough and all questions were answered. He is very personable with great sense of humor. Over was a wonderful experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/31/2025

    Dr debates is the greatest!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/28/2025

    Have seen Dr DeBates for years. I wouldn't consider going to anyone else. Staff is friendly and professional. I've recommended him many times.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    Dr. Debates is always kind and knowledgeable. We are never talked down to or dismissed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/24/2025

    Dr. Debates is wonderful! He has this narrative way of examining. . .he'll talk about the different spots one can get as he moves around, taking note. It's seamless and informative.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/23/2025

    Dr. Debates is a great communicator. He emphasizes preventative care, which I appreciate.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/23/2025

    He is wonderful, caring and thorough

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    Dr DeBates is a very skillful doctor and he explains everything that he's doing.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/13/2025

    Dr Debates is kind and thoughtful. I am very comfortable discussing any skin condition.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/12/2025

    Dr DeBates is awesome!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/10/2025

    Always a great visit with information I need.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/2/2025

    Dr. DeBates is excellent. He is very thorough and knows his moles!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/26/2025

    Excellent doctor and the nurse!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2025

    I have already recommended Dr Debates to several people. I think he's amazing.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    Dr. DeBates was Awesome! He quickly identified problem areas with my skin. Twice he went back over spots I was concerned with that were benign. And explained the differences. Surgery was smooth & painless. When I asked to see how the Mohs slides were set up, he took me to the microscope then drew a diagram of the specimen with the cancer cells so I could locate & identify the cancer cells. I learned a lot!