LURA A BROWN PA-C
NPI 1073799755
Physician Assistant in Helena, MT

Active since January 13, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.09/100
CMS Quality Rating
1 MEDICAL PARK DR # 201B, HELENA, MT 59601(406) 443-7200 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 27, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 20, 2023, Apr 17, 2017, Dec 7, 2015 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2015).

About Lura A Brown Pa-c NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

LURA A BROWN PA-C (NPI 1073799755) is an individual physician assistant in Helena, Montana, licensed in Montana (33754) and active in the NPI registry since January 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Billings Clinic, and maintains 8 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073799755
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameLURA A BROWNCredential: PA-C
Location Address1 MEDICAL PARK DR # 201BHelena, MT 59601-8022
Mailing Address7300 Ranch Road 2222, Building 1, Ste 200Austin, TX 78730 · (512) 628-0465 · Fax (512) 233-2711
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateJanuary 13, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 27, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 27, 2025
NPI 1073799755 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in MT · 33754
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
1 MEDICAL PARK DR # 201B, Helena, MT 59601

Secondary Practice Locations 8

Location 1418 W Monroe AveChester, MT 59522-7835 · Phone (406) 759-5194 · Fax (406) 759-5105
Location 2809 Sunset BlvdConrad, MT 59425-1799 · Phone (406) 271-3231 · Fax (406) 271-3576
Location 3802 2nd St SECut Bank, MT 59427-3329 · Phone (406) 873-2251 · Fax (406) 873-3118
Location 4226 9th Ave SECut Bank, MT 59427-3332 · Phone (406) 873-5507 · Fax (406) 873-3133
Location 5640 Park AveShelby, MT 59474-1663 · Phone (406) 434-3200
Location 6315 W Madison AveChester, MT 59522-7801 · Phone (406) 759-5181 · Fax (406) 759-5799
Location 7670 Park AveShelby, MT 59474-1663 · Phone (406) 966-7040
Location 8805 Sunset BlvdConrad, MT 59425-1717 · Phone (406) 271-3211 · Fax (406) 271-3917

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Lura A Brown Pa-c is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID1658456892
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150112000577
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 14

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
743 services178 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
465 services375 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
313 services243 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
164 services127 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
141 services118 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
135 services122 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Billings Clinic

Acute Care Hospitals · Billings, MT
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number270004
Location2800 10th Ave NBillings, MT 59101 · Yellowstone County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Pondera Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Conrad, MT
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number271324
Location805 Sunset BlvdConrad, MT 59425 · Pondera County
Emergency services

Logan Health - Shelby

Critical Access Hospitals · Shelby, MT
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number271328
Location640 Park AveShelby, MT 59474 · Toole County
Emergency services

Logan Health - Chester

Critical Access Hospitals · Chester, MT
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number271334
Location315 W Madison AveChester, MT 59522 · Liberty County
Emergency services

Northern Rockies Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Cut Bank, MT
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number271337
Location802 2nd St SECut Bank, MT 59427 · Glacier County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 59601 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$87.97 typical visit price
range $56.81 – $172.26
Typical copayment $21.99 (range $14.20 – $43.06)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.82 typical visit price
range $18.24 – $140.32
Typical copayment $17.70 (range $4.56 – $35.08)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

97.09/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality92.73
Improvement Activities40
Cost100

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
98%1,169 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
93%74 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
1%813 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
95%1,457 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
94%1,457 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Dermatology
1 MEDICAL PARK DR # 201B
HELENA, MT 59601

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Lura Brown's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lura Brown is 1073799755. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 13, 2008.

Where is Lura Brown located?

Lura Brown practices at 1 Medical Park Dr # 201B, Helena, MT 59601. The listed phone number is (406) 443-7200.

What is Lura Brown's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Lura Brown enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lura Brown is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Lura Brown accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Mountain Health CO-OP, PacificSource Health Plans and Providence Health Plan list Lura Brown as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Lura Brown affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lura Brown is affiliated with Billings Clinic, Pondera Medical Center, Logan Health - Shelby, Logan Health - Chester and Northern Rockies Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lura Brown was last updated on August 27, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.