DR. ROBERT NEILL TOWER MD
NPI 1063512101
Ophthalmology in Portland, OR

Active since September 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1211 NW GLISAN ST, SUITE 201, PORTLAND, OR 97209(503) 227-5075(503) 241-2793 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 27, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Robert Neill Tower Md NPPES

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

DR. ROBERT NEILL TOWER MD (NPI 1063512101) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Portland, Oregon, licensed in Oregon (MD24417) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1063512101
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ROBERT NEILL TOWERCredential: MD
Location Address1211 NW GLISAN ST, SUITE 201Portland, OR 97209-3054
Mailing Address1211 Nw Glisan St, Suite 201Portland, OR 97209-3054 · (503) 227-5075 · Fax (503) 241-2793
Fax(503) 241-2793
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At DallasGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateSeptember 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 27, 2012
NPI 1063512101 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
Licenses Licensed in OR · MD24417 Licensed in WA · MD00045917
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
1211 NW GLISAN ST, Portland, OR 97209

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified8862128WA · Uw Physicians
Medicaid8355141WA
Medicare UPINH89751WA

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Robert Neill Tower Md 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 ID3476574583
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060106000365
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 4

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.

Photography of content of eyes 92285
Photography of the content of eyes, also known as ocular photography, captures detailed images of different parts of the eye. It helps identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. The process is non-invasive and painless.
66 services66 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
65 services65 patients
Removal of excessive skin and fat of upper eyelid 15823
This procedure, also known as upper eyelid surgery, is performed to remove excess skin and fat from the upper eyelid. It can help improve vision if heavy eyelids hinder it, and can also enhance the appearance of the eyes. It's a common, safe procedure.
19 services19 patients
Exam of visual field with limited testing 92081
An exam of the visual field with limited testing is a quick check of your peripheral vision. It involves identifying objects or movements at the edge of your sight, helping to detect any vision loss that isn't obvious, such as blind spots or areas of reduced vision.
17 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 97209 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
$134.16 typical visit price
range $58.99 – $176.88
Typical copayment $33.54 (range $14.74 – $44.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$73.28 typical visit price
range $19.32 – $144.79
Typical copayment $18.32 (range $4.83 – $36.19)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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 3

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

Clinic/Center (Medical Specialty)
1211 NW GLISAN ST, SUITE 201
PORTLAND, OR 97209
Social Worker (Clinical)
1211 NW GLISAN ST, SUITE 205
PORTLAND, OR 97209
Ophthalmology
1211 NW GLISAN ST, SUITE 201
PORTLAND, OR 97209

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 Robert Tower's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Tower is 1063512101. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 25, 2006.

Where is Robert Tower located?

Robert Tower practices at 1211 NW Glisan St Suite 201, Portland, OR 97209. The listed phone number is (503) 227-5075.

What is Robert Tower's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Robert Tower enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Tower 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 Robert Tower accept?

Health plans from BridgeSpan Health Company, Providence Health Plan and Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon list Robert Tower 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Tower was last updated on July 27, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 years 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.