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DR. RONALD W. BOWEN D.O.
NPI 1184698912
Family Medicine in Corpus Christi, TX

Active since February 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 45D0916897 · Waiver
5525 S STAPLES ST STE B1, CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78411(361) 985-9503(361) 985-6981 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 12, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Ronald W. Bowen D.o. NPPES

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

DR. RONALD W. BOWEN D.O. (NPI 1184698912) is an individual family medicine provider in Corpus Christi, Texas, licensed in Texas (H0197) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through July 6, 2027, and is a graduate of University Of North Texas Hsc, College Of Osteopathic Med (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1184698912
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RONALD W. BOWENCredential: D.O.
Location Address5525 S STAPLES ST STE B1Corpus Christi, TX 78411-5371
Mailing AddressPo Box 181197Corpus Christi, TX 78480-1197 · (361) 985-9503 · Fax (361) 985-6981
Phone(361) 985-9503
Fax(361) 985-6981
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of North Texas Hsc, College Of Osteopathic MedGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateFebruary 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 12, 2024
NPPES CertifiedJune 12, 2024
✔ NPI 1184698912 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · H0197
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
5525 S STAPLES ST STE B1, Corpus Christi, TX 78411
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid127859004TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CHRISTUS Health Plan, UnitedHealthcare.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

Dr. Ronald W. Bowen D.o. 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 ID2466483839
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050825000269
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.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 45D0916897

Ronald W Bowen Do · Corpus Christi, TX
Active · expires Jul 6, 2027
CLIA Number45D0916897
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateJuly 7, 2025
Certificate Expiration DateJuly 6, 2027
Laboratory DirectorRonald W. Bowen
Laboratory Phone(361) 985-9503
Laboratory LocationRonald W Bowen Do5525 S Staples Bldg B-1, Corpus Christi, TX 78411
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
396 services77 patients
Osteopathic manipulative treatment, 1-2 body regions 98925
Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) is a hands-on method where doctors use their hands to diagnose and treat illnesses. For 1-2 body regions, the doctor focuses on specific areas like your back or neck, using techniques to alleviate pain, restore function, and promote healing.
151 services57 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
57 services21 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
47 services21 patients
Osteopathic manipulative treatment, 3-4 body regions 98926
Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) is a hands-on method where a doctor uses specific techniques to diagnose, treat, and prevent illness or injury. For 3-4 body regions, the doctor focuses on areas like your head, neck, back, or limbs to improve function and promote healing.
30 services19 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 services24 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78411 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$30.63 avg. paid by Medicare
Budesonide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, up to 0.5 mg J7626
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG000N
4 suppliers12 claims720 services$0.81 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
3 suppliers14 claims14 services$23.78 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Ronald Bowen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ronald Bowen is 1184698912. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 16, 2006.

Where is Ronald Bowen located?

Ronald Bowen practices at 5525 S Staples St Ste B1, Corpus Christi, TX 78411. The listed phone number is (361) 985-9503.

What is Ronald Bowen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Ronald Bowen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ronald Bowen 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.

Does Ronald Bowen hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 45D0916897) is associated with this NPI, valid through July 6, 2027. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

What insurance does Ronald Bowen accept?

Health plans from CHRISTUS Health Plan and UnitedHealthcare list Ronald Bowen 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 Ronald Bowen was last updated on June 12, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.