CLIFFORD BOWENS MD
NPI 1457448573
Anesthesiology in Nashville, TN

Active since October 09, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.12/100
CMS Quality Rating

NPPES record last updated: March 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Clifford Bowens Md NPPES

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

CLIFFORD BOWENS MD (NPI 1457448573) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (MD28938) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and is a graduate of Duke University School Of Medicine (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457448573
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameCLIFFORD BOWENSCredential: MD
Location Address3601 TVCNashville, TN 37232-0001
Mailing Address3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200Nashville, TN 37215-2691 · (615) 322-3000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSDuke University School Of MedicineGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateOctober 9, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 21, 2022
NPPES CertifiedMarch 21, 2022
NPI 1457448573 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License Licensed in TN · MD28938
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
3601 TVC, Nashville, TN 37232

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

Clifford Bowens 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 ID3870539901
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050629000608
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 5

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.

Anesthesia for electroshock therapy 00104
Anesthesia for electroshock therapy involves administering medications to put you into a deep sleep. This ensures you won't feel pain or remember the procedure. It's essential for your comfort and safety during the therapy.
28 services17 patients
Daily hospital management of continuous spinal drug administration 01996
Continuous spinal drug administration is a hospital procedure where medication is delivered directly into the spinal fluid through a small tube. It helps manage pain or other conditions. Daily hospital management involves monitoring for effectiveness and any potential side effects.
25 services11 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
20 services20 patients
Insertion of tube and injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal 62324
This procedure involves placing a tube into your middle or upper spine canal. A substance is then injected through the tube. This can help diagnose or treat various conditions related to the spine and nervous system. It is performed by skilled healthcare professionals.
14 services14 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440039
Location1211 Medical Center DriveNashville, TN 37232 · Davidson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

97.12/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality85.64
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Pediatrics
3601 TVC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
3601 TVC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Psychiatry & Neurology (Child & Adolescent Psychiatry)
3601 TVC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Pediatrics (Pediatric Nephrology)
3601 TVC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
3601 TVC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
3601 TVC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Surgery
3601 TVC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Anesthesiology
3601 TVC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

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 Clifford Bowens's NPI number?

The NPI number for Clifford Bowens is 1457448573. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 9, 2006.

Where is Clifford Bowens located?

Clifford Bowens practices at 3601 Tvc, Nashville, TN 37232. The listed phone number is (615) 322-3000.

What is Clifford Bowens's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Clifford Bowens enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Clifford Bowens 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 Clifford Bowens accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and Oscar Insurance Company list Clifford Bowens 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 Clifford Bowens affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Clifford Bowens is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Clifford Bowens was last updated on March 21, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.