Alan Clay Gowan, D.O.
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine
Alan Clay Gowan is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in Temple, TX with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across TX can see Alan Clay Gowan, D.O. in person in Temple or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been in practice for 27+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS claims data).
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better12.8%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+7.7 pts)
12.8% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better73.9%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.9 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
255
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
146
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
656
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.20M
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Cancer.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Dec 9, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
27 years in practice
Experienced
Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.
Taxonomy: 207RX0202X
Mailing address
Po Box 844658, Dallas, TX 75284-4658
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Oncology Care With Alan Clay Gowan
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Alan Clay Gowan for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Temple required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alan Clay Gowan
Dr. Gowan is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Temple, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (254) 724-2111.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Alan Clay Gowan
Practice Location
2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508-0001
Mailing Address
Po Box 844658, Dallas, TX 75284-4658
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