Vernon Bowman, MD
NPI 1053311068 · Family Medicine Physician · Ashdown, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vernon Bowman, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Ashdown, AR (NPI 1053311068).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053311068
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- M3478 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
18,933 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 6,208 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 5,610 | $119 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99349 | 1,932 | $120 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 789 | $13 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 533 | $9 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 60 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 141 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 327 | 85 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 325 | 92 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 281 | 79 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 264 | 76 |
| Potassium Chloride | 238 | 66 |
| Furosemide | 234 | 55 |
| Losartan Potassium | 233 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$128 across 8 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 6010 Trinity HtsTexarkana, AR 71854-8318Phone: (430) 200-4350Fax: (833) 491-2722
- 3002 Moores LnTexarkana, TX 75503-2204Phone: (430) 200-4350Fax: (833) 491-2722
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-01
- Last updated
- 2021-04-09
- Certified
- 2021-04-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vernon Bowman's NPI number?
- Vernon Bowman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053311068, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vernon Bowman's specialty?
- Vernon Bowman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vernon Bowman located?
- Vernon Bowman's practice location on file with NPPES is 146 Hwy 32-2a, Ashdown, AR 71822.
- What is Vernon Bowman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vernon Bowman is (870) 898-5525.
- Does Vernon Bowman accept Medicare?
- Vernon Bowman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vernon Bowman's NPI active?
- Yes — Vernon Bowman's NPI (1053311068) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-04-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.