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TARA WELLS FNP-C, PMHNP-C
NPI 1770080004
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Helena, MT

Active since April 12, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.3/100
CMS Quality Rating
301 SADDLE DR STE A, HELENA, MT 59601(406) 422-1114(833) 992-2110 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 27, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 27, 2026, Jan 4, 2022, Nov 17, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Tara Wells Fnp-c, Pmhnp-c NPPES

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

TARA WELLS FNP-C, PMHNP-C (NPI 1770080004) is an individual family provider in Helena, Montana, licensed in Montana (130057) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Peters Health, and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770080004
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameTARA WELLSCredential: FNP-C, PMHNP-C
Location Address301 SADDLE DR STE AHelena, MT 59601-8026
Mailing Address301 Saddle Dr Ste AHelena, MT 59601-8026 · (406) 422-1114 · Fax (833) 992-2110
Phone(406) 422-1114
Fax(833) 992-2110
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateApril 12, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 27, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 27, 2026
✔ NPI 1770080004 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in MT · 130057
Also ListedNurse Practitioner · Psychiatric/Mental HealthTaxonomy 363LP0808X · License 130057 (MT)
301 SADDLE DR STE A, Helena, MT 59601
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Tara Barnes

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

Tara Wells Fnp-c, Pmhnp-c 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 ID4385989516
PECOS Enrollment IDI20181217002093
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 2

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.
171 services22 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.
57 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Peters Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Helena, MT
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number270003
Location2475 BroadwayHelena, MT 59601 · Lewis And Clark County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 59601 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
$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
Quality85.58
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

WELLS WELLNESS, PLLC
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
301 SADDLE DR STE A
HELENA, MT 59601
Lewis And Clark County (406) 422-1114
SALINA ERNST LCSW, LAC, MSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
301 SADDLE DR STE A
HELENA, MT 59601
Lewis And Clark County (406) 202-2590

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 Tara Wells's NPI number?

The NPI number for Tara Wells is 1770080004. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 12, 2018.

Where is Tara Wells located?

Tara Wells practices at 301 Saddle Dr Ste A, Helena, MT 59601. The listed phone number is (406) 422-1114.

What is Tara Wells's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Tara Wells enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Tara Wells 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 Tara Wells accept?

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

According to CMS data, Tara Wells is affiliated with St Peters Health.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Tara Wells was last updated on January 27, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.