Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bowers, Pulmonologist in Omaha, NE?
Dr. James Bowers, DO is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Omaha, NE with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bowers graduated from University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his residency at Orangeburg Reg Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Bowers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bowers’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bowers’s office at (402) 354-0120.
Where did Dr. Bowers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Orangeburg Reg Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Creighton University Program
Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc | University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | Des Moines University College of Osteopathic 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 a Pulmonologist like Dr. Bowers typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Bowers typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Bowers may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
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 (402) 354-0120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bowers accept in Omaha, NE?
Dr. Bowers in Omaha, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bowers' office located?
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 1255335972.
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. James Bowers's specialty?
Dr. Bowers is a Pulmonologist near Omaha, NE.
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 this Dr. James Bowers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bowers is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - Omaha, Ne, Methodist Women's Hospital, Methodist Jennie Edmundson 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Bowers accepting new patients in Omaha, NE?
Yes, Dr. James Bowers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Bowers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bowers's office at (402) 354-0120 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Bowers?
Please contact Dr. Bowers's office at (402) 354-0120 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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