MARY BRIDGET GALKA DO, MPH
NPI 1215430053
Hospitalist in Billings, MT

Active since March 16, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
801 N 29TH ST, BILLINGS, MT 59101(503) 880-8530 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 2, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 2, 2024, May 3, 2023, Jul 15, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2018).

About Mary Bridget Galka Do, Mph NPPES

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

MARY BRIDGET GALKA DO, MPH (NPI 1215430053) is an individual hospitalist provider in Billings, Montana, licensed in Montana (MED-PHYS-LIC-143151) and active in the NPI registry since March 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Billings Clinic, and is a graduate of Other (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1215430053
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameMARY BRIDGET GALKACredential: DO, MPH
Location Address801 N 29TH STBillings, MT 59101-0905
Mailing Address200 Mullins DrLebanon, OR 97355-3983 · (503) 880-8530
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateMarch 16, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 2, 20245 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 2, 2024
✔ NPI 1215430053 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License✔ Licensed in MT · MED-PHYS-LIC-143151
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MED-PHYS-LIC-143151 (MT)
801 N 29TH ST, Billings, MT 59101

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Mary Bridget Connolly

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mary Bridget Galka Do, Mph 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 ID345649380
PECOS Enrollment IDI20231228002323
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Mary Galka reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Same address
General Practice
801 N 29TH ST
Billings, MT 59101
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Montana enrollment
  • 1,264 clinicians in this Medicare group
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
408 WENDELL AVE
Lewistown, MT 59457
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Montana enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1770696601 (Montana)
  • 83 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
107 services58 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
52 services32 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
44 services44 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
41 services40 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
40 services40 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Central Montana Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Lewistown, MT
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number271345
Location408 Wendell AveLewistown, MT 59457 · Fergus 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
$130.52 typical visit price
range $56.81 – $172.26
Typical copayment $32.63 (range $14.20 – $43.06)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.16 typical visit price
range $18.24 – $140.32
Typical copayment $25.04 (range $4.56 – $35.08)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

Physical Therapist
801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecologic Oncology)
801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Physician Assistant
801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Occupational Therapist
801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Ophthalmology
801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Family Medicine
801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101

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 Mary Galka's NPI number?

The NPI number for Mary Galka is 1215430053. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 16, 2018. The provider is also known as Mary Bridget Connolly.

Where is Mary Galka located?

Mary Galka practices at 801 N 29th St, Billings, MT 59101. The listed phone number is (503) 880-8530.

What is Mary Galka's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Mary Galka enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Mary Galka 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Mary Galka's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Mary Galka reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Billings Clinic (Billings, MT) and Central Montana Medical Facilities, Inc. (Lewistown, MT). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Mary Galka's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Mary Galka accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Mountain Health CO-OP and PacificSource Health Plans list Mary Galka 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 Mary Galka affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Mary Galka is affiliated with Billings Clinic and Central Montana Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Mary Galka was last updated on July 2, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.