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Optometry

Ralph J. Bowers, OD

Sees patients in Las Cruces, NM · New Mexico

Summary

Ralph J. Bowers, OD (Optometry) is enrolled with Medicare at 1 practice location in Las Cruces, NM. NPI 1194707455. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Ralph J. Bowers, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

OptometryPrimary specialty
May acceptAccepts Medicare assignment
53Years since medical school (graduated 1973)
University Of Houston - College Of OptometryMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)

Quick answers

Where does Ralph J. Bowers see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 1 practice location in Las Cruces, NM. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Ralph J. Bowers's specialty?
Medicare lists Optometry as the primary specialty.
Does Ralph J. Bowers accept Medicare assignment?
Medicare's clinician data says Ralph J. Bowers may accept Medicare assignment (as of 2026-10-02). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
What is the phone number for Ralph J. Bowers?
(575) 523-7846, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Ralph J. Bowers's NPI number?
1194707455. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Practice locations

Addresses where Ralph J. Bowers is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Specialties

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Other optometrists in Las Cruces

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Las Cruces, NM — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialOD
Medical schoolUniversity Of Houston - College Of Optometry
Graduation year1973
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentMay accept for some services
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1194707455
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Sources

  1. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  3. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians