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Dr. James E Dowd , MD

Orthopaedic Surgery • Virginia Beach, VA

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. James Dowd, MD is a certified Orthopaedic Surgery practicing in Virginia Beach, VA. With approximately 34 years of clinical experience since graduating from University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine in 1992, Dr. Dowd delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 5716 CLEVELAND ST.

Dr. Dowd is affiliated with Bethesda Chevy Chase Orthopaedic Associates, Llc and accepts Medicare assignment.

Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg, x-ray of knee, 1-2 views, aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

5716 Cleveland St
Suite 200

Virginia Beach, VA 234621784

Telephone 7575028570
Fax 7579619767
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine

Graduation Year

1992

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Orthopaedic Surgery in Virginia Beach, VA

Senior Veteran Specialist (>20 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
34 Yrs +10.1 yrs vs City Avg
City Avg: 23.9 Yrs
State Avg: 26.3 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
17 Specialists

Practicing in Virginia Beach, VA (618 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate
11.8% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount
76.1% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Dowd (34 Years) 34 Yrs
Virginia Beach Specialty Average (23.9 Years) 23.9 Yrs

Performed Procedures & Service Volume

Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner

CMS Official Data (2024)
Reporting Year:
HCPCS Code & Description Services Patients Submitted Charge Medicare Allowed
J3301 Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg
3,500 358 $2.04 $0.98
73560 X-ray of knee, 1-2 views
647 596 $120.27 $32.80
20610 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint
412 367 $243.93 $66.00
73502 X-ray of hip, 2-3 views
366 345 $145.00 $45.70
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
362 326 $190.00 $87.43
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
357 329 $320.00 $123.34
99204 New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more
227 227 $365.00 $161.28
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
181 181 $260.75 $107.77
27447 Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee
176 169 $6129.63 $1229.60
27130 Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis
139 137 $5444.00 $1228.54
99424 Principal care management services for a single high-risk disease, first 30 minutes provided personally by qualified health care professional, per calendar month.
108 107 $138.00 $80.33
73521 X-ray of both hips, 2 views
83 83 $148.00 $39.29
G0180 Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and
16 16 $100.00 $51.85

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

CMS Verified: 2023-04-18
Orthopaedic Surgery Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207X00000X

State License VA 0101057507

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

Orthopaedic Surgery - Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207XS0114X

State License VA 0101057507

Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons deal with reconstructive procedures such as joint arthroplasty (i.e., hip and knee), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and a variety of other adult reconstructive surgical procedures.

Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207XX0005X

State License VA 0101057507

An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

Bethesda Chevy Chase Orthopaedic Associates, Llc

5716 Cleveland St, Virginia Beach, VA 234621784

Phone: 7574904802

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax

9 Associated Practitioners
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Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

Kara Hood , PA-C

Physician Assistant

NPI 1144397746

Physician Assistant (Certified)

Jason Grahame , PA-C

Physician Assistant - Surgical

NPI 1275563850

Physician Assistant (Certified)

Dr. Louis Jordan , MD

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NPI 1316976632

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

Dr. Kevin Bonner , MD

Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine

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Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

Career & Practice History Timeline

Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes

7 Historical Events
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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) April 18, 2023

Orthopaedic Surgery (License #0101057507 in VA)

NPI Profile Active September 01, 2009

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location September 01, 2009

Registered at 5716 CLEVELAND ST, SUITE 200, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 234621784 (Tel: 7575028570)

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Updated Business Mailing Address September 01, 2009

Registered at 5716 CLEVELAND ST, SUITE 200, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 234621784 (Tel: 7575028570)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated September 01, 2009

Recorded as JAMES DOWD, M.D.

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) September 01, 2009

Orthopaedic Surgery (License #0101057507 in VA)

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration June 30, 2006

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1104855667
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: June 30, 2006
Last Update: April 18, 2023
Sole Proprietor: No

Mailing Address

5716 Cleveland St, Suite 200

Virginia Beach, VA 234621784

Phone: 7575028570

Public Domain Record This profile contains public domain information published by CMS and NPPES under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
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