DR. JOSEPH RAYBURN JOWERS MD
NPI 1689641367
Family Medicine in Cullman, AL

Q: What is Joseph Jowers's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Jowers is 1689641367. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 2, 2006. The provider is also known as Joseph R Jowers MD.

Q: What is Joseph Jowers's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Jowers was last updated on February 5, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since March 02, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1800 AL HIGHWAY 157, CULLMAN, AL 35058(256) 735-5075(256) 964-5445 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 5, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 5, 2026, Apr 8, 2025, Mar 5, 2024 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Dr. Joseph Rayburn Jowers Md NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH RAYBURN JOWERS MD (NPI 1689641367) is an individual family medicine provider in Cullman, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (22903) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Alabama School Of Medicine (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689641367

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH RAYBURN JOWERSCredential: MD

Location Address1800 AL HIGHWAY 157Cullman, AL 35058-1271

Mailing AddressPo Box 2895Cullman, AL 35056-2895 · (256) 735-5044 · Fax (256) 801-7626

Phone(256) 735-5075

Fax(256) 964-5445

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated 1998

Enumeration DateMarch 2, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 5, 20266 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 5, 2026

✔ NPI 1689641367 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207Q00000X

License✔ Licensed in AL · 22903

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.

1800 AL HIGHWAY 157, Cullman, AL 35058

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Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Joseph R Jowers Md

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid117967AL

Medicaid1164743068AL

OtherP00175207AL · Railroad Medicare

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Oscar Insurance Company, 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. Joseph Rayburn Jowers 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 ID3072518810

PECOS Enrollment IDI20060928000524

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 13

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 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.

441 services171 patients

Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702

This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.

160 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.

122 services71 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.

115 services78 patients

Hemoglobin a1c level 83036

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.

110 services52 patients

Injection, ceftriaxone sodium, per 250 mg J0696

Ceftriaxone sodium is an antibiotic injection used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Each injection contains 250 mg of the medicine. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria in your body.

92 services21 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

55 services55 patients

Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg J1885

Ketorolac tromethamine is a medication administered through injection, often used to manage moderate to severe pain. Each 15 mg dose helps to reduce hormones causing inflammation and pain in the body. It is not recommended for long-term use.

52 services13 patients

Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008

The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.

44 services44 patients

Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662

The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.

42 services42 patients

Automated urinalysis test 81003

An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.

28 services22 patients

Transitional care management services for problem of at least moderate complexity 99495

Transitional care management services focus on coordinating and managing your care after you leave the hospital. For moderate complexity problems, this involves managing your medications, arranging further treatments, and ensuring you have the necessary follow-ups.

13 services12 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and G0180

This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.

12 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35058 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

$81.90 typical visit price

range $52.65 – $161.63

Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$93.72 typical visit price

range $16.56 – $131.65

Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)

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.

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Cervical Cancer Screening

Percentage of women 21-64 years of age who were screened for cervical cancer using either of the following criteria: - Women age 21-64 who had cervical cytology performed every 3 years - Women age 30-64 who had cervical cytology/human papillomavirus (HPV)…

43%299 patients

Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults

Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine

80%463 patients4/55-star benchmark: 90%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

82%1,526 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 7

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

11 suppliers35 claims74 services$5.19 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

4 suppliers24 claims24 services$18.26 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers27 claims27 services$5.48 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

4 suppliers23 claims23 services$89.75 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

6 suppliers16 claims3,104 services$0.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Standard wheelchair K0001

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

2 suppliers17 claims17 services$22.17 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 19

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

MRS. STEPHANIE T WILLIAMS CRNP

Nurse Practitioner

1800 AL HIGHWAY 157
CULLMAN, AL 35058

Cullman County (256) 736-1615

JOHN R GOBER M.D.

Family Medicine

1800 AL HIGHWAY 157, SUITE 101
CULLMAN, AL 35058

Cullman County (256) 739-4131

DR. JOHN EUGENE SONGER M.D.

Orthopaedic Surgery

1800 AL HIGHWAY 157, SUITE 100
CULLMAN, AL 35058

Cullman County (256) 736-5505

HOBERT J SHARPTON JR. DO

Family Medicine

1800 AL HIGHWAY 157, SUITE 101
CULLMAN, AL 35058

Cullman County (256) 734-1012

DEBRA W MORRISON RDN

Dietitian, Registered

1800 AL HIGHWAY 157
CULLMAN, AL 35058

Cullman County (256) 739-4131

TAMMY CORNELIUS CRNP

Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)

1800 AL HIGHWAY 157, SUITE 101
CULLMAN, AL 35058

Cullman County (256) 734-1012

MRS. JULIE KATHERINE FARMER RD, LD

Dietitian, Registered

1800 AL HIGHWAY 157
CULLMAN, AL 35058

Cullman County (256) 739-0801

KARA LYN MOORE CRNP

Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal, Critical Care)

1800 AL HIGHWAY 157
CULLMAN, AL 35058

Cullman County (256) 735-5075

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 Joseph Jowers's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Jowers is 1689641367. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 2, 2006. The provider is also known as Joseph R Jowers MD.

Where is Joseph Jowers located?

Joseph Jowers practices at 1800 Al Highway 157, Cullman, AL 35058. The listed phone number is (256) 735-5075.

What is Joseph Jowers's specialty?

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

Is Joseph Jowers enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Jowers 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 Joseph Jowers accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list Joseph Jowers 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 Joseph Jowers was last updated on February 5, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.