Jonathan Gower, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
Jonathan Gower, M.D. specializes in thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery), serving patients in Bethesda, MD in group practice. He has been practicing since 2010 — over 16 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease. CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 97% of MIPS-scored doctors in Maryland
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 615dNPPES updated 2024-08-29 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 97% of doctors in Maryland on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
Maryland avg: 77.8 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Top 3% of MIPS-scored doctors in MarylandHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
31
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePercentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.
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 Chronic Kidney Disease.
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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+53%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+53%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+31%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$258 received from industry
7 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Jonathan Gower's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Aug 28, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
16 years in practice
Experienced
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Taxonomy: 208G00000X
Mailing address
5916 5th St N, Arlington, VA 22203-1010
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 500027
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Care With Jonathan Gower
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Jonathan Gower for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Bethesda 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 Jonathan Gower
NPI records show Dr. Gower as active with telehealth listed in Bethesda, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (301) 295-4000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Jonathan Gower
Practice Location
8901 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20889-3733
Mailing Address
5916 5th St N, Arlington, VA 22203-1010
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