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Dr. Alpha Fowler, MD

Pulmonologist, Internist, Critical Care Internist

Richmond, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fowler, Pulmonologist in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Alpha Fowler, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fowler completed his residency at Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Diseases; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fowler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fowler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fowler’s office at (804) 828-2161.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Diseases; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med

    Is Dr. Fowler board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alpha Fowler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fowler speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Fowler typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Fowler 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. Fowler. 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.

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lung Mycobacterial Infection
    • Mycobacterial Infection
    • Pulmonary NTM Infection
    • Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection

    Also known as:

    • Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • IPF
    • Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
    • Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Fowler typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alpha Fowler may include:

    Please contact Dr. Fowler's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Fowler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fowler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 828-2161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Fowler's office located?

    Dr. Alpha Fowler's Primary Practice

    417 N 11th St

    Richmond, VA 23298

    (804) 828-2161

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    Internal Medicine

    1250 E Marshall St

    Richmond, VA 23298

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    Dr. Alpha Fowler's Practice 3

    668 Hospital Rd Ste 300

    Tappahannock, VA 22560

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

    Dr. Fowler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972684512.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fowler?

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

    What is Dr. Alpha Fowler's specialty?

    Dr. Fowler is a Pulmonologist near Richmond, VA.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Alpha Fowler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fowler is affiliated with Sentara Careplex Hospital, Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Riverside Walter Reed Hospital, Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg, Riverside Regional Medical Center 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Alpha Fowler accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Alpha Fowler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alpha Fowler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fowler's office at (804) 828-2161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alpha Fowler?

    Please contact Dr. Fowler's office at (804) 828-2161 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fowler's office located?

    Dr. Fowler's offices are located in Richmond, VA and Tappahannock, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alpha Fowler have?

    Dr. Alpha Fowler is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.