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John F. Hower, MD

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John F. Hower, MD practices general surgery in Lakeland, FL. John is a 1974 graduate of Tulane University School of Medicine. John is also listed as specializing in trauma surgery and surgery. The provider's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417928680.

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Education & Training

Specialty

General Surgery (Primary)
Surgery (Additional)

Credentials & Licensing

FL licenceAs reported to the NPI registry
No. ME81103As reported
NPINational Provider Identifier
1417928680Issued 2006

As reported to the NPI registry ↗

Medicare information

Accepts Medicare assignmentYes
Medicare opt-outNo
Can order and refer in MedicareYes

Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.

Common questions

What does Dr. Hower specialize in?

Dr. Hower is a general surgeon in Lakeland, FL. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “General Surgery”.

NPI registry

Where is Dr. Hower located?

Dr. Hower is listed at 1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.

NPI registry

What is Dr. Hower's phone number?

The number on file is (863) 687-1321. Contact the office directly to confirm availability and scheduling.

NPI registry

What is Dr. Hower's NPI number?

Dr. Hower's National Provider Identifier is 1417928680. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.

NPI registry

Where did Dr. Hower go to medical school?

Dr. Hower attended Tulane University School of Medicine, graduating in 1974. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.

CMS public data

How long has Dr. Hower been practicing?

Dr. Hower has 52 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1974, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.

CMS public data

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