John Tower, DO
NPI 1558329359 · Rheumatology Physician · Rochester Hills, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Tower, DO is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Rochester Hills, MI (NPI 1558329359).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558329359
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 5101009426 (MI)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,097 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 464 | $126 |
| 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 | 226 | $16 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 217 | $127 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 82 | $70 |
| Administration of Non-Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96401 | 72 | $70 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 41 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 501 | 141 |
| Prednisone | 413 | 159 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 357 | 101 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 303 | 93 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 251 | 53 |
| Meloxicam | 249 | 71 |
| Sulfasalazine | 186 | 61 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,677 across 99 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-02
- Last updated
- 2025-12-03
- Certified
- 2025-12-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Tower's NPI number?
- John Tower's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558329359, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Tower's specialty?
- John Tower is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Tower located?
- John Tower's practice location on file with NPPES is 1701 South Blvd E Ste 110, Rochester Hills, MI 48307-6118.
- What is John Tower's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Tower is (248) 853-0803.
- Does John Tower accept Medicare?
- John Tower is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Tower's NPI active?
- Yes — John Tower's NPI (1558329359) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.