DR. SAMUEL MARK SPANBAUER D.O.
NPI 1578791935
Pain Medicine - Interventional Pain Medicine in Great Falls, MT

Q: What is Samuel Spanbauer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Samuel Spanbauer is 1578791935. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 24, 2009.

Q: What is Samuel Spanbauer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Samuel Spanbauer was last updated on April 8, 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.

Active since June 24, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

80.46/100

CMS Quality Rating

500 15TH AVE S STE 1, GREAT FALLS, MT 59405(406) 731-8888(406) 731-8876 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 8, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 8, 2024, Jul 21, 2022, Apr 5, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Dr. Samuel Mark Spanbauer D.o. NPPES

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

DR. SAMUEL MARK SPANBAUER D.O. (NPI 1578791935) is an individual interventional pain medicine provider in Great Falls, Montana, licensed in Montana (51071) and active in the NPI registry since June 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Benefis Hospitals Inc, and is a graduate of Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578791935

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208VP0014X

Provider Legal NameDR. SAMUEL MARK SPANBAUERCredential: D.O.

Location Address500 15TH AVE S STE 1Great Falls, MT 59405-4324

Mailing Address500 15th Ave So,, Suite 1, Pain MgmtGreat Falls, MT 59405 · (406) 731-8888 · Fax (406) 731-8876

Phone(406) 731-8888

Fax(406) 731-8876

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSLake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine, ErieGraduated 2007

Enumeration DateJune 24, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateApril 8, 20245 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 8, 2024

✔ NPI 1578791935 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208VP0014X

License✔ Licensed in MT · 51071

Definition

Interventional Pain Medicine is the discipline of medicine devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of pain and related disorders principally with the application of interventional techniques in managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, independently or in conjunction with other modalities of treatment.

500 15TH AVE S STE 1, Great Falls, MT 59405

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Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. Samuel Mark Spanbauer D.o. 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 ID4183849896

PECOS Enrollment IDI20161017002394

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 Samuel Spanbauer reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Benefis Hospitals Inc

1.7 mi

Multi-Specialty

1401 25TH ST S
Great Falls, MT 59405

Reassigned Medicare billing, Montana enrollment
637 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1780968974 (406) 455-5000

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 16

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.

298 services169 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

231 services153 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

168 services98 patients

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.

156 services93 patients

Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance 27096

This procedure involves injecting medicine into the joint where your lower spine meets your hip bone. Using special imaging technology, the doctor ensures the medicine is delivered accurately. This can help reduce pain and inflammation in that area.

147 services91 patients

Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.

109 services70 patients

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.

75 services75 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.

42 services32 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64494

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joints of your lower or sacral spine to manage pain. Imaging guidance ensures accurate placement. It's the second level, meaning it's done on two different joint levels.

42 services32 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

This procedure involves using imaging guidance to accurately target and destroy nerves in the lower or sacral spinal facet joint. It's done to relieve chronic back pain. The process is safe and usually effective.

40 services30 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

This procedure involves using imaging technology to locate and treat nerves in your lower spine or sacral area that may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint refers to treating more than one spinal nerve. It's a non-invasive way to manage chronic back pain.

39 services29 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.

31 services30 patients

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442

This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.

23 services23 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

17 services16 patients

Injection of trigger points, 3 or more muscles 20553

Trigger point injection therapy involves injecting medication into specific areas of your muscles, known as trigger points. These are areas that produce pain and discomfort. If you have three or more muscles affected, each will be treated individually.

16 services12 patients

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

11 services11 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

Great Falls Clinic Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Great Falls, MT

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number270086

Location3010 15th Avenue SouthGreat Falls, MT 59405 · Cascade County

Emergency services

Northern Rockies Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Cut Bank, MT

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number271337

Location802 2nd St SECut Bank, MT 59427 · Glacier County

Northern Montana Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Havre, MT

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number271348

Location30 13th StHavre, MT 59501 · Hill County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 59405 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.

80.46/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

93.1

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

62.61

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 Samuel Spanbauer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Samuel Spanbauer is 1578791935. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 24, 2009.

Where is Samuel Spanbauer located?

Samuel Spanbauer practices at 500 15th Ave S Ste 1, Great Falls, MT 59405. The listed phone number is (406) 731-8888.

What is Samuel Spanbauer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Is Samuel Spanbauer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Samuel Spanbauer 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 organization bills Medicare for Samuel Spanbauer's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Samuel Spanbauer reassigns Medicare benefits to Benefis Hospitals Inc (Great Falls, MT). The 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 Samuel Spanbauer's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Samuel Spanbauer accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and Mountain Health CO-OP list Samuel Spanbauer 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 Samuel Spanbauer affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Samuel Spanbauer is affiliated with Benefis Hospitals Inc, Great Falls Clinic Hospital, Northern Rockies Medical Center and Northern Montana Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Samuel Spanbauer was last updated on April 8, 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.