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THRIFTY DRUG STORE INC
NPI 1972514487
Pharmacy - Community/Retail Pharmacy in Anaconda, MT

Active since August 10, 2006
201 E PARK AVE, ANACONDA, MT 59711(406) 563-8441(406) 563-2956 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 3, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Thrifty Drug Store Inc NPPES

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

THRIFTY DRUG STORE INC (NPI 1972514487), doing business as Thrifty Drug, is a healthcare organization registered as a community/retail pharmacy in Anaconda, Montana and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. The organization lists Michael Richards, President, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972514487
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy3336C0003X
Legal Business NameTHRIFTY DRUG STORE INC
Location Address201 E PARK AVEAnaconda, MT 59711-2340
Mailing Address201 E Park AveAnaconda, MT 59711-2340 · (406) 563-8441 · Fax (406) 563-2956
Phone(406) 563-8441
Fax(406) 563-2956
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialMichael RichardsPresident · (406) 563-8441
Enumeration DateAugust 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 3, 2025
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 3, 2025
✔ NPI 1972514487 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyPharmacy · Community/Retail PharmacySuppliers
Taxonomy Code3336C0003X
License✔ Licensed in MT · 590
Definition
A pharmacy where pharmacists store, prepare, and dispense medicinal preparations and/or prescriptions for a local patient population in accordance with federal and state law; counsel patients and caregivers (sometimes independent of the dispensing process); administer vaccinations; and provide other professional services associated with pharmaceutical care such as health screenings, consultative services with other health care providers, collaborative practice, disease state management, and education classes.
Also ListedDurable Medical Equipment & Medical SuppliesTaxonomy 332B00000X
Also ListedPharmacyTaxonomy 333600000X
201 E PARK AVE, Anaconda, MT 59711
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Other Names 1

Doing Business AsThrifty Drug

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid0000561067MT
Medicaid0000221208MT
Other2049821Pk

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health and more.Insurance ›

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.

Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
74 services74 patients
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662
The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.
71 services71 patients

Medical Equipment Supplier Medicare DMEPOS 2

Medicare supplier enrollment and the product categories Thrifty Drug Store carries, from the Medicare DMEPOS supplier directory.

Thrifty Drug Store

DMEPOS supplier · Anaconda, MTOperated by Thrifty Drug Store Inc
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Does not accept Medicare assignment

Thrifty Drug Store has not agreed to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered equipment and supplies. Medicare patients may be charged more than the Medicare-approved amount; confirm the expected cost with the supplier before ordering.

PTAN (Medicare Supplier Number)20635043
Medicare Participant SinceJanuary 1, 1999
Supplier Location201 E ParkAnaconda, MT 59711
Phone(406) 563-8441
Supplier Specialties
Pharmacy

Medicare Product Categories

Nebulizer Drugs
Albuterol, levalbuterol, and metaproterenol are all short-acting bronchodilators with beta-adrenergic stimulatory effect
Blood Glucose Monitors/Supplies (Non-Mail Order)
Home blood glucose monitors including lancets, reagent strips, and other supplies necessary for the proper functioning of the device
Product categories are from the Medicare DMEPOS supplier directory. Contact the supplier to confirm current availability of specific items.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

CARA M DUNKERSON PHARMD
Pharmacist
201 E PARK AVE
ANACONDA, MT 59711
Deer Lodge County (406) 563-8441
MR. MICHAEL D RICHARDS RPH
Pharmacist
201 E PARK AVE
ANACONDA, MT 59711
Deer Lodge County (406) 563-8441
KELLIE WILSON PHARMD
Pharmacist
201 E PARK AVE
ANACONDA, MT 59711
Deer Lodge County (406) 563-8441

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 Thrifty Drug Store Inc's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thrifty Drug Store Inc is 1972514487. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on August 10, 2006. The provider is doing business as Thrifty Drug.

Where is Thrifty Drug Store Inc located?

Thrifty Drug Store Inc is located at 201 E Park Ave, Anaconda, MT 59711. The listed phone number is (406) 563-8441.

What is Thrifty Drug Store Inc's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pharmacy, specializing in Community/Retail Pharmacy, with taxonomy code 3336C0003X.

Does Thrifty Drug Store Inc accept Medicare assignment for medical equipment?

No. As a Medicare medical equipment supplier, Thrifty Drug Store does not accept Medicare assignment for equipment and supplies, so patients may be charged more than the Medicare-approved amount. Confirm the expected cost with the supplier before ordering.

What insurance does Thrifty Drug Store Inc accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care and Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health and 48 other insurers list Thrifty Drug Store Inc 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thrifty Drug Store Inc was last updated on February 3, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.