28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lowry, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Toms River, NJ?
Dr. Steven Lowry, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Toms River, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Lowry graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston. Dr. Lowry is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lowry’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lowry’s office at (732) 557-6430.
Where did Dr. Lowry go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, St Francis Hospital, Hartford, CT
Residency: Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston | St Francis Hospital and Medical Center Program
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | Drexel University College Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lowry speak?
Dr. Lowry and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Lowry treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Lowry 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. Lowry. 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.
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Ventral Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
- Incisional Hernia with Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
Also known as:
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Hemorrhoids
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis
- Intestine Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula
- Colon Diverticular Inflammation
- Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
- Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
- K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia with Obstruction
- Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Groin Hernia with Blockage
- Strangulated Inguinal Hernia
- Obstructed Groin Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4030: Unilateral inguinal hernia, with obstruction, without gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dressing care
- Post-op dressing change
- Surgical wound management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Rectal Prolapse
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Protruding Rectum
- Bowel Prolapse
- Rectal Eversion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K623: Rectal prolapse
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Which procedures does Dr. Lowry perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by a Dr. Steven Lowry may include:
- Abdominal Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Pap Smear
- Anoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Surgeon Consultation
- Colorectal Surgeon Follow Up
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery Second Opinion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lowry's office.
Does Dr. Lowry accept my insurance?
Dr. Lowry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 557-6430 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lowry accept in Toms River, NJ?
Dr. Lowry in Toms River, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Braven Health
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lowry's office located?
What is Dr. Lowry's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lowry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871558783.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lowry?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lowry
What is Dr. Steven Lowry's specialty?
Dr. Lowry is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Toms River, NJ. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Lowry to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Steven Lowry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lowry is affiliated with Community Medical Center - Toms River which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Steven Lowry accepting new patients in Toms River, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Steven Lowry is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Lowry offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lowry's office at (732) 557-6430 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Lowry?
Please contact Dr. Lowry's office at (732) 557-6430 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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