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Edit this profileWhere to find Michael S. Dowling, MD
- Murphy location main office
4226 E US Highway 64-Alt, Murphy, NC 28906 - Asheville location
77 McDowell St, Asheville, NC 28801 - Asheville location
123 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC 28803
About Dr. Dowling
Based in Murphy, NC, Michael S. Dowling, MD is listed in the NPI registry under internal medicine. Michael graduated from Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College of Med of Case Wstn RSV University in 1983. Michael is also listed as specializing in geriatric medicine. Medicare claims data shows Michael provided 63 services to 50 patients. The services billed most often include hemoglobin a1c level, creatinine level to test for kidney function or muscle injury, and urine microalbumin (protein) level. NPI 1336107499 identifies this record in the national registry.
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Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
Medicare information
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Contact Information
- (828) 479-6434
- Email not available
Practice Locations
4226 E US HIGHWAY 64-ALT
Murphy, NC 28906
77 McDowell St
Asheville, NC 28801
123 Hendersonville Rd
Asheville, NC 28803
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Internal Medicine generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Allergies
- Diabetes
- Flu
- Hypothyroidism
- Strep throat
- UTI
Cardiometabolic
Digestive and liver
- Acid reflux
- Fatty liver disease
- IBS
Endocrine, blood, and bone
Infectious disease
Kidney and urinary
- Chronic kidney disease
- Enlarged prostate
Respiratory
Blood & Circulation
- Blood clots
Blood disorders
- Anemia
Brain & Nerves
Brain and nerves
- Vertigo
Cardiac and vascular
- AFib
Digestive
- Diverticulitis
Heart & Circulation
- Heart disease
Infections
- Impetigo
Kidney & Bladder
Lungs & Breathing
- Sleep apnea
Mental Health
- Generalized anxiety disorder
- Insomnia and Sleep Problems
Neurologic and behavioral
Pain
- Back pain
Rheumatologic and pain
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Annual physical
- Blood test
- Flu shot
- Medicare wellness visit
- Sick visit
- TB test
- Well-woman exam
Preventive and evaluation
- Medication management
- Post-hospital transitional care
Screening and diagnostic testing
- EKG
- Spirometry
Bones & Joints
- Trigger Point Injections
Brain and nerves
Cancer screening
- Colon Cancer Screening Referral
- Mammogram Referral
Digestive
- Endoscopy
Exams & Consultations
- Pre-Op Clearance Exam
Heart & Circulation
- Blood Pressure Check
- Heart monitor
Heart health
- Cardiac Stress Test Referral
Imaging referral
- Abdominal Ultrasound Referral
Immunizations
Lab tests
- Urinalysis
Lungs & Breathing
- At-Home Sleep Study Order
Metabolic & Weight
- Weight Loss Injections and Medication
Minor procedures
- Ingrown toenail removal
- Suture removal
Office procedures
- Cryotherapy for skin lesions
- Earwax removal
- Incision and drainage of an abscess
- Skin biopsy
Office Procedures
- Skin Tag and Mole Removal
- Vitamin B12 Injections
- Wart Removal
Pain management
- Knee Joint Injection
Preventive & Routine Care
- Smoking cessation counseling
Screenings & Diagnostics
- Bone Density Scan Referral
- Diabetes Screening and A1C Test
Sexual health
- STI Testing
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
63 services · 50 patients · 3 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hemoglobin a1c level | Lab test | 83036 |
37 | As often as other peers in Internal Medicine |
| Creatinine level to test for kidney function or muscle injury | Lab test | 82570 |
13 | Less often than most peers in Internal Medicine |
| Urine microalbumin (protein) level | Lab test | 82043 |
13 | Less often than most peers in Internal Medicine |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
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Related specialists at this location 6
Clinically related specialties at the same address — the people this provider most likely works alongside.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Other internists in Murphy 4
Same specialty, same city.
More connections — 16 related providers in 2 groups
Trained at Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College of Med of Case Wstn RSV University 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1983 at Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College of Med of Case Wstn RSV University 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Common questions
What does Dr. Dowling specialize in?
Dr. Dowling is an internist in Murphy, NC. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Internal Medicine”.
NPI registry
Where is Dr. Dowling located?
Dr. Dowling is listed at 4226 E US Highway 64-Alt, Murphy, NC 28906. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Dowling's phone number?
The number on file is (828) 479-6434. Contact the office directly to confirm availability and scheduling.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Dr. Dowling?
Dr. Dowling's National Provider Identifier is 1336107499. 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. Dowling go to medical school?
Dr. Dowling attended Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College of Med of Case Wstn RSV University, graduating in 1983. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Dr. Dowling have?
Dr. Dowling has 43 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1983, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What does Dr. Dowling do most often?
According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Dowling the Medicare record under this individual NPI shows mainly office visits and diagnostic testing. Hospital-based physicians usually have their procedural work billed by the facility rather than under their own number, so this is a floor on their practice, not a description of it. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Dr. Dowling's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Dowling. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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