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Dr. James Mcgowan, MD

Richmond, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mcgowan, Physiatrist in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. James Mcgowan, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mcgowan completed his residency at Med College Va. Dr. Mcgowan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcgowan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcgowan’s office at (804) 828-4097.

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

    • Residency: Med College Va

    Is Dr. Mcgowan board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. James Mcgowan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Mcgowan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Mcgowan typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Mcgowan 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. Mcgowan. 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:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Aphasia
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Post-stroke Problems
    • Effects of Stroke
    • Stroke After-effects
    • Speech Loss
    • Language Disorder
    • Difficulty Speaking after Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
    • I69320: Aphasia following cerebral infarction

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Other Nervous System Symptoms
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Unusual Neurological Symptoms
    • Nerve Problems
    • Brain and Nerve Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29818: Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous system

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Mcgowan typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Mcgowan 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. Mcgowan. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Mcgowan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mcgowan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 828-4097 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mcgowan accept in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Mcgowan in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Government Employees Health Association

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Mcgowan's office located?

    Dr. James Mcgowan's Primary Practice

    417 N 11th St

    Richmond, VA 23298

    (804) 828-4097

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    Physical Medicine & Rehab

    1250 E Marshall St

    Richmond, VA 23298

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    Dr. James Mcgowan's Practice 3

    2000 Wilkes Ridge Pl

    Richmond, VA 23233

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

    Dr. Mcgowan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477578839.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcgowan?

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

    What is Dr. James Mcgowan's specialty?

    Dr. Mcgowan is a Physiatrist near Richmond, VA.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is this Dr. James Mcgowan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mcgowan is affiliated with Sentara Obici Hospital, Vcu Medical Center North Hospital 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

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    Is James Mcgowan accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?

    Yes, Dr. James Mcgowan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Mcgowan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mcgowan's office at (804) 828-4097 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Mcgowan?

    Please contact Dr. Mcgowan's office at (804) 828-4097 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Mcgowan have?

    Dr. James Mcgowan is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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