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Dr. James Bower, MD

Dr. James Bower, MD

Rochester, MN

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bower, Neurologist in Rochester, MN?

    Dr. James Bower, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Bower graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Neurology. Dr. Bower is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bower’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bower’s office.

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

    • Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Neurology | Mayo Grad School Med | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program

    • Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny | New York University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Bower board certified in Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Bower, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Bower speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bower treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Bower 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. Bower. 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:

    • Parkinsonism
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Parkinson's Syndrome
    • Atypical Parkinsonism
    • Secondary Parkinsonism
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

    • Spasmodic Torticollis
    • Orofacial Dystonia
    • Dystonia
    • Cervical Dystonia
    • Wry Neck
    • Facial Muscle Spasms
    • Jaw Dystonia
    • Mouth Dystonia
    • Muscle Spasm Disorder
    • Involuntary Muscle Contractions
    • Movement Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G243: Spasmodic torticollis
    • G244: Idiopathic orofacial dystonia
    • G249: Dystonia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tremor
    • Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
    • Myoclonus
    • Movement Disorder
    • Shaking
    • Involuntary Shaking
    • Essential Tremor
    • Parkinsonian Tremor
    • PSP
    • Steele-Richardson-Olszewski Syndrome
    • Progressive Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia
    • Muscle Jerks
    • Involuntary Muscle Twitches

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R251: Tremor, unspecified
    • G231: Progressive supranuclear ophthalmoplegia [Steele-Richardson-Olszewski]
    • G253: Myoclonus

    Also known as:

    • Blepharospasm
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Benign essential blepharospasm
    • Eyelid Spasms
    • Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    • Involuntary Eye Twitching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G245: Blepharospasm

    Also known as:

    • Left Hemifacial Spasm
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Facial Twitch
    • Left Facial Muscle Spasm
    • Left Side Facial Tic

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5132: Clonic hemifacial spasm, left

    Also known as:

    • Essential Tremor
    • Tremor
    • Essential tremor
    • Familial Tremor
    • Benign Essential Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G250: Essential tremor

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Wry Neck
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Torticollis
    • Cervical Dystonia
    • Twisted Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M436: Torticollis

    Also known as:

    • Right-Sided Hemifacial Spasm
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Facial Twitch
    • Involuntary Right Facial Contractions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5131: Clonic hemifacial spasm, right

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • NPH
    • Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus

    Also known as:

    • Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • vertebral low back pain
    • spine-related low back pain
    • discogenic low back pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Spasms
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Muscle cramps
    • Involuntary muscle contractions
    • Muscle twitching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M62838: Other muscle spasm

    Also known as:

    • Dry Mouth
    • Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Xerostomia
    • Lack of Saliva
    • Saliva Production Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K117: Disturbances of salivary secretion

    Also known as:

    • Hereditary Ataxia
    • Cerebellar Disorder
    • Movement Disorder
    • Genetic Ataxia
    • Inherited Ataxia
    • Cerebellar Ataxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G119: Hereditary ataxia, unspecified

    Does Dr. Bower accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bower accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bower accept in Rochester, MN?

    Dr. Bower in Rochester, MN 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 Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Bower's office located?

    Dr. James Bower's Primary Practice

    200 1st St SW

    Rochester, MN 55905

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    Dr. James Bower's Practice 2

    300 State Ave

    Faribault, MN 55021

    (507) 333-3300

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    Dr. James Bower's Practice 3

    404 W Fountain St

    Albert Lea, MN 56007

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

    Dr. Bower's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730166513.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bower?

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

    What is Dr. James Bower's specialty?

    Dr. Bower is a Neurologist near Rochester, MN.

    A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

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    Is this Dr. James Bower affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bower is affiliated with Genesis Medical Center, Davenport, East Rusholme Street, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry 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

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    Is James Bower accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?

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

    Does Dr. James Bower offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bower's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Bower?

    Please contact Dr. Bower's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Bower have?

    Dr. James Bower is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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