1. Home
  2. Directory
  3. Iowa
  4. Cedar Rapids
  5. Optometrist
  6. NPI Profile

CORY L BOWER OD
NPI 1407848203
Optometrist in Cedar Rapids, IA

Active since August 17, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1245 2ND AVE SE, CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52403(319) 286-6120(319) 362-6098 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 12, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Cory L Bower Od NPPES

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

CORY L BOWER OD (NPI 1407848203) is an individual optometrist in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (02148) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407848203
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameCORY L BOWERCredential: OD
Location Address1245 2ND AVE SECedar Rapids, IA 52403-4001
Mailing Address309 E Church StMarshalltown, IA 50158-2946 · (641) 754-6262 · Fax (641) 752-7420
Phone(319) 286-6120
Fax(319) 362-6098
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIllinois College Of Optometry At ChicagoGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateAugust 17, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMay 12, 2015
✔ NPI 1407848203 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in IA · 02148
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
1245 2ND AVE SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Open in Google Maps ↗

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINU77875IA

Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Cory L Bower Od 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 ID5395805196
PECOS Enrollment IDI20081124000786
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Cory Bower reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Wolfe Clinic Inc
65 mi
Ophthalmology
309 E CHURCH ST
Marshalltown, IA 50158
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 39 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1477532174 (641) 754-6200

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 11

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 complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
1,228 services1,225 patients
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.
676 services454 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
278 services263 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
215 services213 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
176 services176 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
120 services120 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 52403 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
$122.23 typical visit price
range $52.96 – $161.40
Typical copayment $30.55 (range $13.24 – $40.35)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.36 typical visit price
range $16.91 – $131.98
Typical copayment $16.59 (range $4.22 – $32.99)
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

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

HIS HANDS FREE CLINIC
Voluntary or Charitable
1245 2ND AVE SE
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52403
Linn County (319) 862-2636

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 Cory Bower's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cory Bower is 1407848203. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 17, 2005.

Where is Cory Bower located?

Cory Bower practices at 1245 2nd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. The listed phone number is (319) 286-6120.

What is Cory Bower's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Cory Bower enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cory Bower 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Cory Bower's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Cory Bower reassigns Medicare benefits to Wolfe Clinic Inc (Marshalltown, IA). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Cory Bower's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Cory Bower accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from NH Healthy Families, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and 5 other insurers list Cory Bower 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 Cory Bower was last updated on May 12, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.