ROBERT J. PUERINGER MD
NPI 1457442295
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Billings, MT

Q: What is Robert Pueringer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Pueringer is 1457442295. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 27, 2006.

Q: What is Robert Pueringer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Pueringer was last updated on February 24, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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 September 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

94.3/100

CMS Quality Rating

801 N 29TH ST, BILLINGS, MT 59101(406) 238-2500 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 24, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Robert J. Pueringer Md NPPES

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

ROBERT J. PUERINGER MD (NPI 1457442295) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Billings, Montana, licensed in Montana (7626) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Billings Clinic, and is a graduate of University Of Maryland School Of Medicine (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457442295

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X

Provider Legal NameROBERT J. PUERINGERCredential: MD

Location Address801 N 29TH STBillings, MT 59101-0905

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

Phone(406) 238-2500

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Maryland School Of MedicineGraduated 1983

Enumeration DateSeptember 27, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 24, 2022

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 24, 2022

✔ NPI 1457442295 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RP1001X

License✔ Licensed in MT · 7626

Definition

An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.

801 N 29TH ST, Billings, MT 59101

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Other Identifiers 3

Other0109905MT · Mdcd Pin

Other000007681MT · Bcbs Pin

Other109806300WY · Mdcd Pin

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, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Robert J. Pueringer Md 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 ID1456304872

PECOS Enrollment IDI20050225000399, I20130612000355

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 3

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

35 services35 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.

29 services20 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.

14 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Bozeman, MT

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number270057

Location915 Highland Blvd Suite 3310Bozeman, MT 59715 · Gallatin 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

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.

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

Quality

85.58

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 20

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

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

11 suppliers66 claims66 services$36.64 avg. paid by Medicare

Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

16 suppliers64 claims64 services$96.40 avg. paid by Medicare

Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

15 suppliers79 claims155 services$37.33 avg. paid by Medicare

Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

12 suppliers62 claims268 services$21.35 avg. paid by Medicare

Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

9 suppliers20 claims99 services$13.97 avg. paid by Medicare

Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

14 suppliers85 claims85 services$57.85 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

19 suppliers91 claims91 services$20.86 avg. paid by Medicare

Chinstrap used with positive airway pressure device A7036

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers17 claims17 services$10.49 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

14 suppliers52 claims52 services$16.66 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

20 suppliers154 claims724 services$2.51 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, non disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7039

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

13 suppliers42 claims42 services$7.47 avg. paid by Medicare

Water chamber for humidifier, used with positive airway pressure device, replacement, each A7046

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

17 suppliers51 claims51 services$11.59 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

7 suppliers78 claims78 services$17.43 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen contents, gaseous, 1 month's supply = 1 unit E0443

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

4 suppliers21 claims21 services$45.89 avg. paid by Medicare

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466

DME-Other DME · category DE005N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$922.57 avg. paid by Medicare

Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device E0562

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers47 claims47 services$10.62 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers97 claims97 services$29.98 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

11 suppliers172 claims172 services$97.79 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

4 suppliers56 claims56 services$33.92 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

5 suppliers14 claims14 services$24.35 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.

AMANDA NEWBERN LANGVE PT

Physical Therapist

801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101

Yellowstone County (406) 238-2500

KIRK KENFIELD PA

Physician Assistant (Surgical)

801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101

Yellowstone County (406) 238-2500

ELIZABETH V CONNOR MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecologic Oncology)

801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101

Yellowstone County (406) 238-5000

ALEXANDER RAMSEY PA-C

Physician Assistant

801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101

Yellowstone County (406) 238-2500

BILLINGS CLINIC

Occupational Therapist

801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101

Yellowstone County (406) 238-2500

JERALD A. BELL MD

Ophthalmology

801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101

Yellowstone County (406) 238-2501

MELANIE SCHMITZ PA-C

Physician Assistant (Surgical)

801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101

Yellowstone County (406) 238-2500

AARON JAMES AUDET M.D.

Family Medicine

801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101

Yellowstone County (406) 238-2500

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 Robert Pueringer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Pueringer is 1457442295. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 27, 2006.

Where is Robert Pueringer located?

Robert Pueringer practices at 801 N 29th St, Billings, MT 59101. The listed phone number is (406) 238-2500.

What is Robert Pueringer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Robert Pueringer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Pueringer 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 Robert Pueringer accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Mountain Health CO-OP, PacificSource Health Plans and Providence Health Plan list Robert Pueringer 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 Robert Pueringer affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Robert Pueringer is affiliated with Billings Clinic, Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital and Livingston Healthcare.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Pueringer was last updated on February 24, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.