Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Lowry, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Specialist · Shelby, NC
- NPI 1982656690
- Accepts Medicare
- 32 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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201 E Grover St
Shelby, NC 281503917
(704) 480-1087
fax (704) 480-1150 - Mailing address
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Po Box 601151
Charlotte, NC 282601151
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 22, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #9800948
- Medicaid
- NC #89066NR
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1982656690. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
589
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$59,590
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 201 | 172 | $8 | |
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 160 | 157 | $167 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 138 | 133 | $115 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 69 | 66 | $203 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 21 | 21 | $67 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Shelby Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 106. This provider delivers 5.6× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
413
Patients
387
Total drug cost
$3,441
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naproxen | Generic | 91 | 90 | $290 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 65 | 63 | $887 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 41 | 41 | $144 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 29 | 29 | $260 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 27 | 25 | $644 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 23 | 23 | $105 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 23 | 23 | $59 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 20 | 11 | $89 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 16 | 16 | $105 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 16 | 16 | $231 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Lowry's medical specialty?
Dr. James Lowry practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Shelby, NC.
Where does Dr. James Lowry practice?
Dr. James Lowry practices at 201 E Grover St, Shelby, NC 281503917. Office phone: 7044801087.
What is Dr. James Lowry's NPI?
Dr. James Lowry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982656690, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Lowry accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Lowry accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Lowry commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.