DARLENE MARIE SANDERS PA-C
NPI 1164964672
Physician Assistant in Billings, MT

Active since November 15, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1231 N 29TH ST, BILLINGS, MT 59101(406) 248-3175 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 8, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 8, 2025, Nov 15, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Darlene Marie Sanders Pa-c NPPES

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

DARLENE MARIE SANDERS PA-C (NPI 1164964672) is an individual physician assistant in Billings, Montana, licensed in Montana (MED-PAC-LIC 51937) and active in the NPI registry since November 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Benefis Hospitals Inc, and maintains a secondary practice location in Choteau.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164964672
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameDARLENE MARIE SANDERSCredential: PA-C
Location Address1231 N 29TH STBillings, MT 59101-0122
Mailing Address1231 N 29th StBillings, MT 59101 · (406) 248-3175
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateNovember 15, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 8, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 8, 2025
NPI 1164964672 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 · MED-PAC-LIC 51937
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.

1231 N 29TH ST, Billings, MT 59101

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Darlene Marie Pelletier

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1915 4th St NWChoteau, MT 59422-9123 · Phone (406) 466-6085

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

Darlene Marie Sanders 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 ID2769763176
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250415000351
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 18

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
169 services15 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
142 services94 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.
131 services74 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
118 services75 patients
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count 85025
A Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.
103 services80 patients
Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg J1885
Ketorolac tromethamine is a medication administered through injection, often used to manage moderate to severe pain. Each 15 mg dose helps to reduce hormones causing inflammation and pain in the body. It is not recommended for long-term use.
74 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Benefis Hospitals Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Great Falls, MT
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number270012
Location1101 26th St SGreat Falls, MT 59405 · Cascade County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Benefis Teton Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Choteau, MT
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number271307
Location915 4th St NWChoteau, MT 59422 · Teton County
Emergency services

Wheatland Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Harlowton, MT
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number271321
Location530 3rd St NWHarlowton, MT 59036 · Wheatland County
Emergency services

Sheridan Memorial Hosptial

Critical Access Hospitals · Plentywood, MT
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number271322
Location440 W Laurel AvePlentywood, MT 59254 · Sheridan County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 59101 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers11 claims11 services$19.92 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers12 claims72 services$2.88 avg. paid by Medicare
Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers15 claims15 services$43.56 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$119.27 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$38.18 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

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Counselor (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
1231 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Counselor (Professional)
1231 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Counselor (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
1231 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Counselor (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
1231 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Counselor (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
1231 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Counselor (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
1231 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1164964672, enumerated as an "individual" on November 15, 2016.

The provider is located at 1231 N 29TH ST BILLINGS, MT 59101 and the phone number is (406) 248-3175.

Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Mountain. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Darlene Sanders is affiliated with: BENEFIS HOSPITALS INC, BENEFIS TETON MEDICAL CENTER, WHEATLAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL and SHERIDAN MEMORIAL HOSPTIAL.