Laurence Bower, MD
NPI 1659478303 · Neurology Physician · Boerne, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Laurence Bower, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Boerne, TX (NPI 1659478303).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659478303
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- J8926 (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
19 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
2,518 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 | 1,259 | $115 |
| Evaluation of Neuropsychological Test, First Hour96132 | 258 | $115 |
| Administration of Psychological Or Neuropsychological Test By Technician, First 30 Minutes96138 | 258 | $30 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 219 | $149 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 109 | $70 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | 184 | 83 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 150 | 54 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 117 | 48 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 71 | 34 |
| Mirtazapine | 69 | 37 |
| Gabapentin | 63 | 34 |
| Lamotrigine | 50 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,137 across 113 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
- 2006-09-17
- Last updated
- 2024-09-26
- Certified
- 2024-09-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Laurence Bower's NPI number?
- Laurence Bower's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659478303, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Laurence Bower's specialty?
- Laurence Bower is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Laurence Bower located?
- Laurence Bower's practice location on file with NPPES is 30 Cascade Caverns Road, Boerne, TX 78015-8308.
- What is Laurence Bower's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Laurence Bower is (830) 816-5518.
- Does Laurence Bower accept Medicare?
- Laurence Bower is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Laurence Bower's NPI active?
- Yes — Laurence Bower's NPI (1659478303) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-09-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.