Dr. Stephen S. Tower
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 38 years
- Graduated from: University Of Washington School Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 1983
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1710915962
Dr. Stephen S. Tower MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
He is located at 301 West Northern Lights Boulevard Suite 600 in Anchorage, AK 99503. Can help patients with the following: Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, Elbow Pain, Impingement Syndrome, Morton's Neuroma, Sciatica, Sprained Wrist. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710915962. Appointment can be made via the phone number (907) 771-3500. He is affiliated with 2 practices and 2 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Stephen S. Tower, being an orthopedic surgeon, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Stephen S. Tower.
- ACL Tear
- Achilles Tendon Rupture
- Arthritis
- Avascular Necrosis
- Back Pain
- Baker's Cyst
- Bone Spurs
- Broken Bone
- Bunions
- Bursitis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cauda Equina Syndrome
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Compartment Syndrome
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)
- Dislocated Ankle
- Dislocated Shoulder
- Elbow Pain
- Frostbite
- Hammer Toe
- Herniated Disc
- Hip Replacement
- Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)
- Impingement Syndrome
- Ingrown Toenail
- Joint Fluid Extraction
- Knee Pain
- Knee Replacement
- Kyphoplasty
- Kyphosis
- Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
- Meniscus Tear
- Metatarsal Surgery
- Morton's Neuroma
- Osgood-Schlatter Disease
- Osteoarthritis (OA)
- Osteomyelitis
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFS)
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Repetitive Motion Disorders (RMDs)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Sciatica
- Scoliosis
- Separated Shoulder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spondylolysis
- Spondylosis
- Sprained Ankle
- Sprained Wrist
- Stress Fracture
- Tennis Elbow
- Trigger Finger
- Whiplash
- Wrist Surgery
Procedures Performed by Dr. Stephen S. Tower
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Stephen S. Tower as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska
Network data as of Aug 12, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 8 plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premera Blue Cross Alaska One Gold | PPO · Gold | Legacyanddentalselect | Accepting new patients |
| Premera Blue Cross Preferred Bronze 5800 HSA | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Legacyanddentalselect | Accepting new patients |
| Premera Blue Cross Preferred Bronze 6350 | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Legacyanddentalselect | Accepting new patients |
| Premera Blue Cross Preferred Gold 1500 | PPO · Gold | Legacyanddentalselect | Accepting new patients |
| Premera Blue Cross Preferred Silver 4500 | PPO · Silver | Legacyanddentalselect | Accepting new patients |
| Premera Blue Cross Standard Bronze II | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Legacyanddentalselect | Accepting new patients |
| Premera Blue Cross Standard Gold | PPO · Gold | Legacyanddentalselect | Accepting new patients |
| Premera Blue Cross Standard Silver | PPO · Silver | Legacyanddentalselect | Accepting new patients |
Dental plans
Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska
Network data as of Aug 12, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premera Blue Cross Family Dental | PPO · High | Dentalselect | Accepting new patients |
| Premera Blue Cross Pediatric Dental | PPO · High | Dentalselect | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Stephen S. Tower is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Stephen S. Tower is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery .
Bills through: Tower Joint Replacement Clinic
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Depuy | $306 |
| Horizon Pharma | $25 |
| Mylan | $13 |
Other
| Food and Beverage | $346 |
Studies
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 1983
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Questions & Answers
Where can you meet with Dr. Stephen S. Tower?
Dr. Stephen S. Tower's office is located at 301 West Northern Lights Boulevard Suite 600 in Anchorage, AK 99503.
Has Dr. Stephen S. Tower affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Stephen S. Tower is affiliated with PROVIDENCE ALASKA MEDICAL CENTER. For the full list of hospitals see this list.
Does Dr. Stephen S. Tower have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Stephen S. Tower is affiliated with Tower Orthopedic & Joint Replacement. For the full list of practices see this list.
What conditions does Dr. Stephen S. Tower treat?
Dr. Stephen S. Tower provides treatment for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, Elbow Pain, Impingement Syndrome, Morton's Neuroma, Sciatica, Sprained Wrist. For the full list see this list.
Does Dr. Stephen S. Tower accept patients with Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska?
Yes, Dr. Stephen S. Tower is listed in-network for Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.