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. 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 Medicare 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 as a 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 a Neurologist like Dr. Bower typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Bower typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Bower 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Spasticity Injection
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
- Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Salivary Gland Nerve Treatment (Bilateral)
- Botox for Salivary Glands
- Chemodenervation of Salivary Glands
- Parotid Gland Nerve Block
- Submandibular Gland Nerve Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 64611: Chemodenervation of parotid and submandibular salivary glands, bilateral
Also known as:
- Computerized Balance Test
- Dynamic posturography
- CDP-SOT test
- Sensory organization test
- Advanced balance assessment
CPT Codes:
- 92548: Computerized dynamic posturography sensory organization test (CDP-SOT), 6 conditions (ie, eyes open, eyes closed, visual sway, platform sway, eyes closed platform sway, platform and visual sway), including interpretation and report;
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Gemgroup
Medica Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bower's office located?
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.
What does a Neurologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. James Bower affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bower is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital 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 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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