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Dr. Joseph Gower, M.D.
Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (CMS: Hand Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Ocean, NJ
- NPI 1730152562
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1200 Eagle Ave
Ocean, NJ 077127631
(732) 660-6200
fax (732) 660-6201
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 13, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0106X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New Jersey #25MA07717900
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1730152562. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,499
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$129,819
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 229 | 129 | $7 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 212 | 146 | $137 | |
73130 |
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views | 195 | 136 | $42 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 183 | 135 | $97 | |
73110 |
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | 146 | 66 | $46 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 142 | 85 | $63 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 127 | 127 | $121 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 111 | 111 | $177 | |
20605 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from medium joint | 49 | 40 | $61 | |
73080 |
X-ray of elbow, minimum of 3 views | 45 | 29 | $36 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Ocean Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 91. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
71
Patients
63
Total drug cost
$415
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 23 | 16 | $109 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 21 | 21 | $61 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 14 | 14 | $106 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 13 | 12 | $140 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Gower's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Gower practices Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician in Ocean, NJ.
Where does Dr. Joseph Gower practice?
Dr. Joseph Gower practices at 1200 Eagle Ave, Ocean, NJ 077127631. Office phone: 7326606200.
What is Dr. Joseph Gower's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Gower's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730152562, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Gower accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Gower accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Gower commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg (HCPCS J0702); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS 73130). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.