DR. ALEXANDER KRAEV M.D.
NPI 1841444197
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Billings, MT

Active since November 13, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
801 N 29TH ST, BILLINGS, MT 59101(406) 238-2500 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 28, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 28, 2023, Feb 28, 2022, Jan 5, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Alexander Kraev M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ALEXANDER KRAEV M.D. (NPI 1841444197) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Billings, Montana, licensed in Oregon (MD214631) and active in the NPI registry since November 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Billings Clinic, and maintains a secondary practice location in Wenatchee.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1841444197
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALEXANDER KRAEVCredential: M.D.
Location Address801 N 29TH STBillings, MT 59101-0905
Mailing AddressPo Box 35100Billings, MT 59107-5100 · (406) 238-2500
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOregon Health Sciences University School Of MedicineGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateNovember 13, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 28, 20234 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 28, 2023
NPI 1841444197 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
Licenses Licensed in OR · MD214631 Licensed in MT · MED-PHYS-LIC-26045 Licensed in WA · MD61121041
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
801 N 29TH ST, Billings, MT 59101

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1820 N Chelan AveWenatchee, WA 98801-2028 · Phone (509) 662-1511 ext. 27946

Accepted 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

Dr. Alexander Kraev 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 ID8527209162
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130724000997
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 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.

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
31 services31 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.
30 services30 patients
Exclusion of appendage of left upper chamber of heart performed during other procedure on chest 33268
This is a procedure done on the heart's left upper chamber (atrium). The small pouch-like appendage is sealed off during another chest procedure. This is done to reduce the risk of blood clots forming and causing strokes.
15 services15 patients
Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
15 services15 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 2 grafts 33534
A Coronary Artery Bypass with 2 grafts is a heart procedure. It involves taking healthy blood vessels from another part of your body and using them to bypass, or go around, blocked arteries in your heart. This helps improve blood flow to your heart.
15 services15 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
14 services14 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

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

Holy Rosary Healthcare

Critical Access Hospitals · Miles City, MT
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number271347
Location2600 Wilson StMiles City, MT 59301 · Custer County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

Cody Regional Health

Critical Access Hospitals · Cody, WY
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number531312
Location707 Sheridan AvenueCody, WY 82414 · 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
$172.26 typical visit price
range $56.81 – $172.26
Typical copayment $43.06 (range $14.20 – $43.06)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$70.82 typical visit price
range $18.24 – $140.32
Typical copayment $17.70 (range $4.56 – $35.08)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

Physical Therapist
801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecologic Oncology)
801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Physician Assistant
801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Occupational Therapist
801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Ophthalmology
801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101
Family Medicine
801 N 29TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101

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 Alexander Kraev's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alexander Kraev is 1841444197. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 13, 2008.

Where is Alexander Kraev located?

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

What is Alexander Kraev's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Alexander Kraev enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alexander Kraev 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 Alexander Kraev accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, BridgeSpan Health Company, Mountain Health CO-OP, PacificSource Health Plans and Providence Health Plan and 1 other insurer list Alexander Kraev 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 Alexander Kraev affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alexander Kraev is affiliated with Billings Clinic, Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital, Holy Rosary Healthcare, Sheridan Memorial Hospital and Cody Regional Health.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alexander Kraev was last updated on July 28, 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.