JAMES WATKINS LOWRY MD
NPI 1982656690
Emergency Medicine in Shelby, NC

Active since May 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
201 E GROVER ST, SHELBY, NC 28150(704) 480-1087(704) 480-1150 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 22, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About James Watkins Lowry Md NPPES

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

JAMES WATKINS LOWRY MD (NPI 1982656690) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Shelby, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (9800948) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Carolina Baptist Hospital, and is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University, School Of Medicine (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982656690
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameJAMES WATKINS LOWRYCredential: MD
Location Address201 E GROVER STShelby, NC 28150-3917
Mailing AddressPo Box 601151Charlotte, NC 28260-1151 · (704) 480-1087 · Fax (704) 480-1087
Fax(704) 480-1150
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSVirginia Commonwealth University, School Of MedicineGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateMay 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 22, 2023
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 22, 2023
✔ NPI 1982656690 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 9800948
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License 9800948 (NC)
201 E GROVER ST, Shelby, NC 28150

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid89066NRNC
Other1164PNC · Bsnc

Accepted 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

James Watkins Lowry 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 ID5092757690
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050524000889
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 Reassignments

9

Medicare enrollment records show James Lowry reassigns Medicare billing to 9 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Emergency Medicine
180 PARKWOOD DR
Elkin, NC 28621
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 96 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
6915 VILLAGE MEDICAL CIR
Clemmons, NC 27012
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 159 clinicians in this Medicare group
Multi-Specialty
1303 GREENSBORO STREET EXT
Lexington, NC 27295
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 3,003 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
207 OLD LEXINGTON RD
Thomasville, NC 27360
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 152 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
1750 KERNERSVILLE MEDICAL PKWY
Kernersville, NC 27284
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 158 clinicians in this Medicare group
Family Medicine
435 2ND ST
Newport, TN 37821
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 557 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
240 HOSPITAL DR NE
Bolivia, NC 28422
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 128 clinicians in this Medicare group
Urgent Care
1901 CAMPUS PL
Louisville, KY 40299
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 532 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
1 MEMORIAL DR
Alton, IL 62002
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 77 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 6

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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
168 services145 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
140 services137 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
125 services123 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
61 services60 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.
22 services22 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

North Carolina Baptist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Winston-Salem, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340047
LocationMedical Center BoulevardWinston-Salem, NC 27157 · Forsyth County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Wilkes Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · North Wilkesboro, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340064
Location1370 West D StNorth Wilkesboro, NC 28659 · Wilkes County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Elkin, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340097
Location180 Parkwood DrElkin, NC 28621 · Surry County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28150 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

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.

Physician Assistant (Medical)
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Registered Nurse (Diabetes Educator)
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Internal Medicine
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Physician Assistant
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
General Acute Care Hospital
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Anesthesiology
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150

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 James Lowry's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Lowry is 1982656690. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 17, 2006.

Where is James Lowry located?

James Lowry practices at 201 E Grover St, Shelby, NC 28150. The listed phone number is (704) 480-1087.

What is James Lowry's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is James Lowry enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Lowry 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 organizations bill Medicare for James Lowry's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), James Lowry reassigns Medicare benefits to 9 organizations: Yadkin Emergency Physicians, PLLC (Elkin, NC), Tanglewood Park Physicians, PLLC (Clemmons, NC), Wake Forest University Health Sciences (Lexington, NC), Piedmont Triad Physicians, PLLC (Thomasville, NC), Kernersville Emergency Group, PLLC (Kernersville, NC) and 4 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. Each 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 James Lowry's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does James Lowry accept?

Health plans from AmeriHealth Caritas Next, CareSource and Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc list James Lowry 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 James Lowry affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Lowry is affiliated with North Carolina Baptist Hospital, Wilkes Regional Medical Center and Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Lowry was last updated on September 22, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.