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Dr. James Russell Bowman, MD, PHD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bowman, Orthopedic Surgeon in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. James Russell Bowman, MD, PHD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bowman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bowman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bowman’s office at (205) 933-7838.

    What languages does Dr. Bowman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Bowman typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Bowman 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. Bowman. 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:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Bowman typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Bowman 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. Bowman. 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:

    • Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip arthroplasty
    • Artificial hip surgery
    • Hip joint replacement
    • Femoral head replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Bowman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bowman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 933-7838 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bowman accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Bowman in Birmingham, AL 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 Alabama

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Bowman's office located?

    Dr. James Russell Bowman's Primary Practice

    2700 10th Ave S Ste 200

    Birmingham, AL 35205

    (205) 933-7838

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    Dr. James Russell Bowman's Practice 2

    3014 Allison Bonnett Memorial Dr Ste 144

    Hueytown, AL 35023

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    Dr. James Russell Bowman's Practice 3

    200 Montgomery Hwy Ste 150

    Vestavia Hills, AL 35216

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    What hospitals are Dr. Bowman affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Bowman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Shelby Baptist Medical Center,Alabaster, AL
    Ascension St. Vincents Chilton,Clanton, AL

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

    Dr. Bowman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003105719.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bowman?

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

    What is Dr. James Russell Bowman's specialty?

    Dr. Bowman is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Birmingham, AL.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is Dr. James Russell Bowman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bowman is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham 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 Dr. James Russell Bowman accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

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

    Does Dr. James Russell Bowman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bowman's office at (205) 933-7838 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Russell Bowman?

    Please contact Dr. Bowman's office at (205) 933-7838 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bowman's office located?

    Dr. Bowman's offices are located in Birmingham, AL, Hueytown, AL, and Vestavia Hills, AL.