Summary

Dr. John Bowden treats back strain, back pain during pregnancy, and back pain in children and teens, and performs physical therapy, spinal manipulation, and massage therapy. He has practiced family medicine, anesthesiology, and pain medicine for 47 years and is affiliated with Temple University Hospital Jeanes Campus.

Dr. Bowden earned his DO from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and sees patients in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Bowden 4.59 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 47 years of experience
  • 52 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. John J Bowden has 3 locations

Bowden Medicine

1738 W Cheltenham AvePhiladelphia, PA 19126
Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 2:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 11:30 am
SunClosed

Cottman Medical And Rehabilitation Associates

1220 Cottman AvePhiladelphia, PA 19111
Mon9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Bowden Medicine

205 N Broad St Ste 500Philadelphia, PA 19107

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John J Bowden

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CareSource
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA)
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - HMO
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners - Medicare
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Integra
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Liberty Mutual
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Nationwide
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Prestige Health Choice
  • Progressive
  • State Farm
  • The Hartford - Workers’ Compensation
  • Travelers
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. John J Bowden has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John J Bowden has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Anesthesiology
  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Pain Medicine
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Dr. John J Bowden holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Bowden's NPI number is 1447200258.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Does Dr. John Bowden accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. John Bowden speak?
Dr. John Bowden speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Bowden?
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