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MATTHEW BURTON KUNKEL
NPI 1811316615
Anesthesiology in Great Falls, MT

Active since April 09, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
80.46/100
CMS Quality Rating
1101 26TH ST S, GREAT FALLS, MT 59405(406) 731-8888(406) 731-8813 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 8, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 8, 2024, Apr 23, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Matthew Burton Kunkel NPPES

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

MATTHEW BURTON KUNKEL (NPI 1811316615) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Great Falls, Montana, licensed in Montana (73407) and active in the NPI registry since April 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Benefis Hospitals Inc, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811316615
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameMATTHEW BURTON KUNKEL
Location Address1101 26TH ST SGreat Falls, MT 59405-5161
Mailing Address1101 26th St SGreat Falls, MT 59405-5161 · (067) 318-8888
Phone(406) 731-8888
Fax(406) 731-8813
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateApril 9, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateApril 8, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 6, 2021
✔ NPI 1811316615 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in MT · 73407
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
1101 26TH ST S, 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.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

Matthew Burton Kunkel 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 ID749526812
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190726001645
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 Matthew Kunkel reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Benefis Hospitals, Inc.
0.1 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
1101 26TH ST S
Great Falls, MT 59405
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Montana enrollment
  • 637 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1881650737 (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 9

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
31 services30 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
31 services30 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.
18 services18 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
15 services15 patients
Ultrasound of heart with probe in esophagus, with report 93312
This procedure, called a transesophageal echocardiogram, uses a small probe passed into your esophagus to capture detailed images of your heart. The report provides information about your heart's structure and function.
14 services13 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate and valve function 93325
An ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart. It shows the structure, movement, and blood flow within your heart. This helps assess the heart's health and function, including the valves and rate.
14 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

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
Quality93.1
Promoting Interoperability75
Improvement Activities40
Cost62.61

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.

OMER USMAN MD
Hospitalist
1101 26TH ST S
GREAT FALLS, MT 59405
Cascade County (406) 455-5000
EDMUND J BRENNAN MD
Internal Medicine (Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology)
1101 26TH ST S
GREAT FALLS, MT 59405
Cascade County (406) 731-8888
MRS. DELENE R LYNES OTA
Occupational Therapy Assistant
1101 26TH ST S
GREAT FALLS, MT 59405
Cascade County (406) 455-5412
SHELBY ELIZABETH DUFOUR PHARMD
Pharmacist
1101 26TH ST S
GREAT FALLS, MT 59405
Cascade County (406) 771-6300
DANIEL KNUFFKE
Occupational Therapist
1101 26TH ST S
GREAT FALLS, MT 59405
Cascade County (406) 781-1305
KRISTIN HUNTOON D.O, PHD
Neurological Surgery
1101 26TH ST S
GREAT FALLS, MT 59405
Cascade County (406) 455-5000
PATRICK HUGH SMITH FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1101 26TH ST S
GREAT FALLS, MT 59405
Cascade County (406) 455-5000
DR. SAMANTHA ANNE BASCO PHARMD
Pharmacist
1101 26TH ST S
GREAT FALLS, MT 59405
Cascade County (406) 455-5430

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 Matthew Kunkel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Matthew Kunkel is 1811316615. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 9, 2014.

Where is Matthew Kunkel located?

Matthew Kunkel practices at 1101 26th St S, Great Falls, MT 59405. The listed phone number is (406) 731-8888.

What is Matthew Kunkel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Matthew Kunkel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Matthew Kunkel 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 Matthew Kunkel's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Matthew Kunkel 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 Matthew Kunkel's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Matthew Kunkel accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana list Matthew Kunkel 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 Matthew Kunkel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Matthew Kunkel is affiliated with Benefis Hospitals Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Matthew Kunkel 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.