Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bowers, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pembroke Pines, FL?
Dr. Joseph Bowers, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pembroke Pines, FL. Dr. Bowers graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine and completed his residency at EMORY HEALTHCARE. Dr. Bowers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bowers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bowers’s office at (954) 436-5000.
Where did Dr. Bowers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: EMORY HEALTHCARE
Medical School: University of Kentucky College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bowers speak?
Dr. Bowers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bowers typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bowers 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. Bowers. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bowers typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Bowers may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Bowers' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bowers accept my insurance?
Dr. Bowers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 436-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bowers accept in Pembroke Pines, FL?
Dr. Bowers in Pembroke Pines, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
Sentara Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bowers' office located?
Dr. Joseph Bowers' Primary Practice
703 N Flamingo Rd
Pembroke Pines, FL 33028
(954) 436-5000
What is Dr. Bowers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bowers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033146162.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bowers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bowers
What is Dr. Joseph Bowers's specialty?
Dr. Bowers is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pembroke Pines, FL.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Joseph Bowers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bowers is affiliated with Memorial Hospital West, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, Memorial Hospital Miramar, Memorial Regional Hospital, West Boca Medical Center, West Kendall Baptist 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Bowers accepting new patients in Pembroke Pines, FL?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Bowers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Bowers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bowers's office at (954) 436-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Bowers?
Please contact Dr. Bowers's office at (954) 436-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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