MS. LAUREN ELIZABETH KLEESS M.D.
NPI 1346689544
Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism in Billings, MT

Q: What is Lauren Kleess's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lauren Kleess is 1346689544. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 20, 2013.

Q: What is Lauren Kleess's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, with taxonomy code 207RE0101X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lauren Kleess was last updated on July 14, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.

Active since June 20, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1045 N 30TH ST, BILLINGS, MT 59101(406) 238-2500 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 14, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 14, 2023, Mar 26, 2020, Aug 30, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Ms. Lauren Elizabeth Kleess M.d. NPPES

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

MS. LAUREN ELIZABETH KLEESS M.D. (NPI 1346689544) is an individual endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism provider in Billings, Montana, licensed in Montana (MED-PHYS-LIC-117886) and active in the NPI registry since June 2013. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Billings Clinic, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346689544

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RE0101X

Provider Legal NameMS. LAUREN ELIZABETH KLEESSCredential: M.D.

Location Address1045 N 30TH STBillings, MT 59101-0738

Mailing AddressPo Box 35100Billings, MT 59107-5100 · (406) 238-2500

Phone(406) 238-2500

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013

Enumeration DateJune 20, 2013

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 14, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 14, 2023

✔ NPI 1346689544 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RE0101X

Licenses✔ Licensed in MT · MED-PHYS-LIC-117886✔ Licensed in WA · 60849041✔ Licensed in SC · 83486

Definition

An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.

1045 N 30TH ST, Billings, MT 59101

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 12376 Cypress Cir Ste 202Conway, SC 29526-8994 · Phone (843) 234-9700 · Fax (843) 234-6896

Location 22601 Cherry Ave Ste 315Bremerton, WA 98310 · Phone (360) 405-7900

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Mountain Health CO-OP and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ms. Lauren Elizabeth Kleess M.d. 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 ID8820397839

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230831001610, I20241106003057

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Lauren Kleess reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Billings Clinic

Same address

Research Study

1045 N 30TH ST
Billings, MT 59101

Reassigned Medicare billing, Montana and Wyoming enrollments
Also billed through NPI 1346288347 (Wyoming)
1,264 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1013957000 (406) 255-8470

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 4

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.

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.

340 services214 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

119 services94 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

117 services117 patients

Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report 95251

This procedure involves placing a small sensor under your skin to continuously monitor your blood sugar levels in tissue fluid. The data is interpreted and a report is generated to help manage your diabetes more effectively.

51 services28 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

Livingston Healthcare

Critical Access Hospitals · Livingston, MT

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipPhysician

CMS Certification Number271317

Location320 Alpenglow LaneLivingston, MT 59047 · Park County

Emergency services

Sheridan Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sheridan, WY

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number530006

Location1401 W 5th StSheridan, WY 82801 · Sheridan County

Emergency services

Washakie Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Worland, WY

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number531306

Location400 South 15th StreetWorland, WY 82401 · Washakie County

Emergency services

Powell Valley Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Powell, WY

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number531310

Location777 Avenue HPowell, WY 82435 · Park 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 8

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

Supplies for maintenance of insulin infusion catheter, per week A4224

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

7 suppliers23 claims257 services$18.63 avg. paid by Medicare

Supplies for external insulin infusion pump, syringe type cartridge, sterile, each A4225

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

7 suppliers25 claims650 services$2.27 avg. paid by Medicare

Supply allowance for adjunctive continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service A4238

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

2 suppliers13 claims13 services$170.29 avg. paid by Medicare

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

21 suppliers103 claims448 services$6.08 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

16 suppliers59 claims123 services$1.02 avg. paid by Medicare

External ambulatory infusion pump, insulin E0784

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

4 suppliers25 claims25 services$310.10 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 17

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

BILLINGS CLINIC

Specialist (Research Study)