Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jowers, Family Medicine Specialist in Cullman, AL?
Dr. Joseph Jowers, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cullman, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Jowers graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Jowers is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jowers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jowers’s office at (256) 735-5075.
Where did Dr. Jowers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Carraway Methodist Med Center
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
Is Dr. Jowers board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Jowers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Jowers speak?
Dr. Jowers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Jowers typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Jowers 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. Jowers. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Jowers typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Jowers may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Jowers' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jowers accept my insurance?
Dr. Jowers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 735-5075 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jowers accept in Cullman, AL?
Dr. Jowers in Cullman, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Jowers' office located?
Dr. Joseph Jowers' Primary Practice
1800 AL Highway 157 Ste 101
Cullman, AL 35058
(256) 735-5075
What is Dr. Jowers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jowers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689641367.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jowers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jowers
What is Dr. Joseph Jowers's specialty?
Dr. Jowers is a Family Medicine Specialist near Cullman, AL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Joseph Jowers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jowers is affiliated with Uab 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Jowers accepting new patients in Cullman, AL?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Jowers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Jowers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jowers's office at (256) 735-5075 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Jowers?
Please contact Dr. Jowers's office at (256) 735-5075 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Jowers have?
Dr. Joseph Jowers is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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