Physician

Orthopaedic Surgery

Dr. Stephen S. Tower, MD

Stephen Tower works in the field of Orthopaedic Surgery. He attended University of Washington School of Medicine. He over the years received 1 awards: "Regional Top Doctor". Stephen S. Tower, MD is also a published doctor. He has 7 paper published. The most recent paper is: Arthroprosthetic cobaltism associated with metal on metal hip implants. Stephen Tower accepts Medicare.

Publications

Arthroprosthetic cobaltism: neurological and cardiac manifestations in two patients with metal-on-metal arthroplasty: a case report.
Rim cracking of the cross-linked longevity polyethylene acetabular liner after total hip arthroplasty.
Snowmachine related mortality and morbidity in Alaska: a comparison with non-motorized winter sport.
Fractures of the femur after hip replacement: the Oregon experience.
Arthroprosthetic cobaltism associated with metal on metal hip implants.
Arthroprosthetic cobaltism: identification of the at-risk patient.

Schools

University Of Washington School Of Medicine
Dartmouth Mary Hitchcock Med Center
Oregon Health and Sciences University
Dartmouth College

Procedures Preformed

All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
Epidural Block, Facet Blocks
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
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Conditions Treated

Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
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Doctors Specialties

Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Surgery

Accepted Insurances

Assurant Health
Commercial Insurance Company
HealthSmart
Humana
Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (MHBP)
Medicare MCR
Providence Health Plans
United Healthcare
Wells Fargo Insurance

Awards

Regional Top Doctor

Education

Oregon Health & Science University
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
University of Washington School of Medicine

Drug Facts

NPI NUMBER		1710915962
NPPES Provider LastName		TOWER
NPPES Provider FirstName		STEPHEN
NPPES Provider ZIPCode		995084672
NPPES Provider State		AK
Specialty Description		Orthopedic Surgery
Total Claim Count		105.0
Distinct Opioid Count		2.0
Opioid Claim Count		50.0
Percent Opioid Claims		47.62

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Medicare Facts

National Provider Identifier [NPI]	1710915962
Last Name Of The Provider	TOWER
First Name Of The Provider	STEPHEN
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