Tad Wayne Lowder, D.O.
Tad Wayne Lowder is a Family Medicine specialist based in Vancouver, WA with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 22 years in family medicine, Tad Wayne Lowder, D.O. is a long-established family medicine physician in Vancouver. Trained at College of Osteo Med of the Pacific at Pomona (class of 2004), he has been practicing for over 22 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 53% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6895dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
Contact & Location
Practice Location
406 Se 131st Ave Suite 203 B, Vancouver, WA 98683-4004
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better6.43%
Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+1.3 pts)
6.43% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.3%
Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in WashingtonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
187
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
452
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,190
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $656k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
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 Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
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.
Graduated medical school · 2004
College of Osteo Med of the Pacific at Pomona
22 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
College of Osteo Med of the Pacific at Pomona (Class of 2004)
Mailing address
406 Se 131st Ave Suite 203b, Vancouver, WA 98683-4004
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Tad Wayne Lowder
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Tad Wayne Lowder for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Vancouver 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 Tad Wayne Lowder
NPI records show Dr. Lowder as active with telehealth listed in Vancouver, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (360) 254-4402.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Tad Wayne Lowder
Practice Location
406 Se 131st Ave Suite 203 B, Vancouver, WA 98683-4004
Mailing Address
406 Se 131st Ave Suite 203b, Vancouver, WA 98683-4004
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