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MELINDA K. LUCE PAC
NPI 1245250703
Physician Assistant in Missoula, MT

Active since July 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.3/100
CMS Quality Rating
500 W BROADWAY ST, MISSOULA, MT 59802(406) 329-7598(406) 721-3907 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 10, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 10, 2024, Dec 14, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Melinda K. Luce Pac NPPES

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

MELINDA K. LUCE PAC (NPI 1245250703) is an individual physician assistant in Missoula, Montana, licensed in Montana (MED-PAC-LIC-198) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St. Patrick Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245250703
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMELINDA K. LUCECredential: PAC
Location Address500 W BROADWAY STMissoula, MT 59802-4008
Mailing AddressPo Box 35100Billings, MT 59107-5100 · (406) 238-2500
Phone(406) 329-7598
Fax(406) 721-3907
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateJuly 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 10, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 10, 2024
✔ NPI 1245250703 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MT · MED-PAC-LIC-198✔ Licensed in MT · 198
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.
500 W BROADWAY ST, Missoula, MT 59802
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Other Identifiers 3

Other000096353MT · Bcbs Pin
Other121217600WY · Mdcd Pin
Other4305678MT · Mdcd Pin

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, PacificSource Health Plans, Providence Health Plan.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Melinda K. Luce Pac 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 ID1355384108
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050602001223
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 11

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.

Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use J1602
Golimumab is a medication given through an IV (a small tube in your vein). It helps to reduce inflammation and pain by blocking a protein in your body that causes inflammation. It's often used to treat conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.
3,674 services17 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.
215 services198 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.
45 services43 patients
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less 96365
This is a procedure where a medical professional inserts a small tube into your vein to deliver medication, nutrients, or fluids directly into your bloodstream. This can be for treatment, prevention, or diagnosis. The process typically takes less than an hour.
41 services38 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.
34 services32 patients
Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, 20 valent (pcv20), for intramuscular use 90677
The Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV20) is a shot given to protect against 20 types of bacteria that can cause serious infections like pneumonia and meningitis. It's administered through a muscle, usually in the arm. It's important for overall health.
18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

St. Patrick Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Missoula, MT
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number270014
Location500 W BroadwayMissoula, MT 59806 · Missoula County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Community Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Missoula, MT
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number270023
Location2827 Fort Missoula RdMissoula, MT 59804 · Missoula County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Bitterroot Health - Daly Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Hamilton, MT
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number271340
Location1200 Westwood DrHamilton, MT 59840 · Ravalli County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 59802 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.

94.3/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality85.58
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

SIMONE MUSCO MD
Internal Medicine (Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology)
500 W BROADWAY ST, STE 320
MISSOULA, MT 59802
Missoula County (406) 329-5615
PROVIDENCE HEALTH & SERVICES MT
General Acute Care Hospital
500 W BROADWAY ST
MISSOULA, MT 59802
Missoula County (406) 543-7271
JAMIE BELKOWSKI PHARMACIST
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
500 W BROADWAY ST
MISSOULA, MT 59802
Missoula County (406) 543-7271
DR. DESIREE NICOLE OWSLEY PHARMD
Pharmacist (Pharmacotherapy)
500 W BROADWAY ST
MISSOULA, MT 59802
Missoula County (406) 327-1650
JEANNIE H SWAIN PHARMD
Pharmacist (Pharmacotherapy)
500 W BROADWAY ST
MISSOULA, MT 59802
Missoula County (406) 329-5721
HEATHER HIGHTOWER NP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
500 W BROADWAY ST
MISSOULA, MT 59802
Missoula County (406) 728-2539
MR. CURTIS G WICKRE MD
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
500 W BROADWAY ST, 4TH FLOOR
MISSOULA, MT 59802
Missoula County (406) 327-1900
DR. TRAVIS OWEN ABICHT MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
500 W BROADWAY ST
MISSOULA, MT 59802
Missoula County (406) 329-5615

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 Melinda Luce's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melinda Luce is 1245250703. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 20, 2006.

Where is Melinda Luce located?

Melinda Luce practices at 500 W Broadway St, Missoula, MT 59802. The listed phone number is (406) 329-7598.

What is Melinda Luce's specialty?

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

Is Melinda Luce enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melinda Luce 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 Melinda Luce accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, PacificSource Health Plans and Providence Health Plan list Melinda Luce 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 Melinda Luce affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melinda Luce is affiliated with St. Patrick Hospital, Community Medical Center and Bitterroot Health - Daly Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melinda Luce was last updated on April 10, 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.