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Who is Dr. Towner, Neurosurgeon in Carbondale, IL?
Dr. James Towner, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Carbondale, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Towner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Towner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Towner’s office at (312) 633-7292.
What languages does Dr. Towner speak?
Dr. Towner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Towner treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Towner 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. Towner. 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:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Does Dr. Towner accept my insurance?
Dr. Towner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 633-7292 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Towner accept in Carbondale, IL?
Dr. Towner in Carbondale, IL 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)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Towner's office located?
Dr. James Towner's Primary Practice
305 W Jackson St Ste 400
Carbondale, IL 62901
(312) 633-7292
What is Dr. Towner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Towner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548687775.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Towner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Towner
What is Dr. James Towner's specialty?
Dr. Towner is a Neurosurgeon near Carbondale, IL. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Towner to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Towner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Towner is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital Of Cook County, Sih Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale, Jackson Park Hospital & Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Towner accepting new patients in Carbondale, IL?
Yes, Dr. James Towner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Towner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Towner's office at (312) 633-7292 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Towner?
Please contact Dr. Towner's office at (312) 633-7292 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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