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Dr. Robert Mcgowen, MD

East Wareham, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mcgowen, Internist in East Wareham, MA?

    Dr. Robert Mcgowen, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in East Wareham, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mcgowen graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed his residency at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Family Medicine Program. Dr. Mcgowen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcgowen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcgowen’s office at (508) 273-4950.

    Where did Dr. Mcgowen go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Family Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry

    What languages does Dr. Mcgowen speak?

    Dr. Mcgowen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Mcgowen typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Mcgowen diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Mcgowen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-term lung failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure
    • Chronic lung insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder with Hypomania
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Bipolar with mild mania
    • Hypomanic bipolar
    • Bipolar II disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F310: Bipolar disorder, current episode hypomanic

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

    • Mild Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Mild chronic depression
    • Mild recurring depression
    • Mild depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Mcgowen typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Mcgowen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Mcgowen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Corns or Calluses
    • Corns and Calluses
    • Corn Excision
    • Callus Trimming
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
    • Corns and Calluses Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Routine Nail Trimming
    • Medical Nail Care
    • Podiatric Nail Trimming
    • Foot Nail Clipping
    • Therapeutic Nail Trimming

    CPT Codes:

    • 11719: Trimming of nondystrophic nails, any number

    Does Dr. Mcgowen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mcgowen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 273-4950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mcgowen accept in East Wareham, MA?

    Dr. Mcgowen in East Wareham, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Fallon Health

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Mcgowen's office located?

    Dr. Robert Mcgowen's Primary Practice

    3119 Cranberry Hwy Ste 5

    East Wareham, MA 02538

    (508) 273-4950

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    Dr. Robert Mcgowen's Practice 2

    208 Mill Rd

    Fairhaven, MA 02719

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    Dr. Robert Mcgowen's Practice 3

    101 Page St

    New Bedford, MA 02740

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    What is Dr. Mcgowen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Mcgowen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285637405.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcgowen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcgowen

    What is Dr. Robert Mcgowen's specialty?

    Dr. Mcgowen is a Internist near East Wareham, MA.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Robert Mcgowen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mcgowen is affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, Ma, South County Hospital Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Robert Mcgowen accepting new patients in East Wareham, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Mcgowen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Mcgowen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mcgowen's office at (508) 273-4950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Mcgowen?

    Please contact Dr. Mcgowen's office at (508) 273-4950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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