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RUSSELL L COWLES III M.D.
NPI 1003832486
Hospitalist in Omaha, NE

Active since July 15, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
8303 DODGE ST, OMAHA, NE 68114(402) 354-2360(402) 354-2440 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 31, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 31, 2025, Aug 1, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Russell L Cowles Iii M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

RUSSELL L COWLES III M.D. (NPI 1003832486) is an individual hospitalist provider in Omaha, Nebraska, licensed in Nebraska (23748) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Methodist Jennie Edmundson, and maintains a secondary practice location in Omaha.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1003832486
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameRUSSELL L COWLES IIICredential: M.D.
Location Address8303 DODGE STOmaha, NE 68114-4108
Mailing AddressPo Box 3755Omaha, NE 68103-0755 · (402) 354-2100 · Fax (402) 354-6171
Phone(402) 354-2360
Fax(402) 354-2440
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateJuly 15, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 31, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 31, 2025
✔ NPI 1003832486 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License✔ Licensed in NE · 23748
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 23748 (NE)
8303 DODGE ST, Omaha, NE 68114
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 113014 Hamilton CirOmaha, NE 68154-1271 · Phone (000) 000-0000

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid1003832486IA
Medicaid470687317-16NE

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Russell L Cowles Iii M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID9436152899
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060824000552, I20230309000119, I20250513003151
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
320 services144 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
278 services160 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
137 services132 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
132 services130 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
28 services28 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
27 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Methodist Jennie Edmundson

Acute Care Hospitals · Council Bluffs, IA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160047
Location933 East Pierce StreetCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503 · Pottawattamie County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Montgomery County Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Red Oak, IA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number161363
Location2301 Eastern AvenueRed Oak, IA 51566 · Montgomery County
Emergency services

The Nebraska Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Omaha, NE
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number280040
Location8303 Dodge StOmaha, NE 68114 · Douglas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Methodist Fremont Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Fremont, NE
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number280077
Location450 East 23rd StFremont, NE 68025 · Dodge County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Midwest Surgical Hospital LLC

Acute Care Hospitals · Omaha, NE
OwnershipPhysician
CMS Certification Number280131
Location7915 Farnam DriveOmaha, NE 68114 · Douglas County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 68114 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$121.35 typical visit price
range $52.69 – $160.21
Typical copayment $30.33 (range $13.17 – $40.05)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.55 typical visit price
range $16.90 – $131.25
Typical copayment $23.38 (range $4.22 – $32.81)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

LEAH R. LIENEMANN R.N.
Nurse Practitioner
8303 DODGE ST
OMAHA, NE 68114
Douglas County (402) 354-4000
DR. ALAN T. RICHARDS M.D.
Surgery
8303 DODGE ST, SUITE # 304
OMAHA, NE 68114
Douglas County (402) 354-5048
MR. JOHN (KEVIN) KEELEY LMHP
Counselor (Professional)
8303 DODGE ST
OMAHA, NE 68114
Douglas County (402) 354-8350
SHANE K. KOHL MD
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
8303 DODGE ST
OMAHA, NE 68114
Douglas County (402) 354-4540
KATERINA N. GOLDMAN PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
8303 DODGE ST, SUITE # 304
OMAHA, NE 68114
Douglas County (402) 354-5048
DR. JILL SUSANNE NEITZEL PHARM.D.
Pharmacist
8303 DODGE ST, PHARMACY DEPARTMENT
OMAHA, NE 68114
Douglas County (402) 354-3176
JOSEPH MICHAEL EVANS M.D.
Hospitalist
8303 DODGE ST
OMAHA, NE 68114
Douglas County (402) 354-2360
LAUREN M. LIER APRN
Nurse Practitioner
8303 DODGE ST
OMAHA, NE 68114
Douglas County (402) 354-2360

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Russell Cowles's NPI number?

The NPI number for Russell Cowles is 1003832486. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 15, 2006.

Where is Russell Cowles located?

Russell Cowles practices at 8303 Dodge St, Omaha, NE 68114. The listed phone number is (402) 354-2360.

What is Russell Cowles's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Russell Cowles enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Russell Cowles is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Russell Cowles accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and 2 other insurers list Russell Cowles as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Russell Cowles affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Russell Cowles is affiliated with Methodist Jennie Edmundson, Montgomery County Memorial Hospital, The Nebraska Methodist Hospital, Methodist Fremont Health and Midwest Surgical Hospital LLC.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Russell Cowles was last updated on December 31, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.