RICHARD THOMAS DAHLEN MD
NPI 1972542173
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Missoula, MT
NPI Status: Active since June 05, 2006
Contact Information
2419 MULLAN RD
MISSOULA, MT
ZIP 59808
Phone: (406) 721-4906
- Individual
- Male
- Years of Experience 38
- Radiology
- Diagnostic Radiology
- Accepts Insurance
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About RICHARD DAHLEN
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Richard Dahlen, a provider established in Missoula, Montana with a medical specialization in Radiology, focusing in diagnostic radiology and more than 38 years of experience. He graduated from Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of Med in 1988. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1972542173 assigned on June 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 2085R0202X with license number 10514 (MT). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 7 years ago.
- NPI
- 1972542173
- Provider Name
- RICHARD THOMAS DAHLEN MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 2419 MULLAN RD MISSOULA, MT 59808
- Location Phone
- (406) 721-4906
- Mailing Address
- 1800 CREEKSIDE CT MISSOULA, MT 59808
- Mailing Phone
- (406) 542-3316
- Medical School Name
- UNIFORMED SERVICES UHS FE HEBERT SCHOOL OF MED
- Graduation Year
- 1988
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 06-05-2006
- Last Update Date
- 11-13-2019
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Radiology Diagnostic Radiology
- Taxonomy Code
- 2085R0202X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 10514
- License State
- MT
- Taxonomy Description
- A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2085N0700X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Radiology | 10514 (MT) |
| 2 | 2085R0202X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Radiology | MD60705352 (WA) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Blue Focus Bronze POS? 205 - POS
- Blue Focus Bronze POS? 705 - POS
- Blue Focus Bronze POS? Standard - POS
- Blue Focus Gold POS? 207 - POS
- Blue Focus Gold POS? 902 - POS
- Blue Focus Gold POS? Standard - POS
- Blue Focus Silver POS? 206 - POS
- Blue Focus Silver POS? 903 - POS
- Blue Focus Silver POS? Standard - POS
- Blue Preferred Bronze PPO? 201 - PPO
- Blue Preferred Bronze PPO? 202 - PPO
- Blue Preferred Bronze PPO? Standard - PPO
- Blue Preferred Gold PPO? 204 - PPO
- Blue Preferred Gold PPO? 901 - PPO
- Blue Preferred Gold PPO? Standard - PPO
- Blue Preferred Security PPO? 200 - PPO
- Blue Preferred Silver PPO? 203 - PPO
- Blue Preferred Silver PPO? 308 - PPO
- Blue Preferred Silver PPO? Standard - PPO
- Peak PPO Bronze HDHP - PPO
- Peak PPO Bronze Standard - PPO
- Peak PPO Catastrophic - PPO
- Peak PPO Gold - PPO
- Peak PPO Gold Standard - PPO
- Peak PPO Silver - PPO
- Peak PPO Silver Standard - PPO
- Plus Bronze - PPO
- Plus Bronze Standard - PPO
- Plus Gold - PPO
- Plus Gold Standard - PPO
- Plus Silver Standard - PPO
- PEAK PPO BRONZE - PPO
- PEAK PPO BRONZE HDHP - PPO
- PEAK PPO GOLD - PPO
- PEAK PPO GOLD HDHP - PPO
- PEAK PPO SILVER - PPO
- PEAK PPO SILVER HDHP - PPO
- Plus Bronze HDHP - PPO
- Plus Gold HDHP - PPO
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1041751 | MEDICAID (05) | WA | |
| 1972542173 | OTHER (01) | MT | NPI |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Richard Dahlen is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Richard Dahlen is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 9133117666
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20040504000653, I20170222002576
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
3d radiographic procedure with computerized image postprocessing
Ct scan head or brain without contrast
Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast
Ct scan of blood vessels of neck with contrast
Ct scan of cranial cavity without contrast
Ct scan of face without contrast
Ct scan of lower spine without contrast
Ct scan of soft tissue of neck with contrast
Ct scan of upper spine without contrast
Double contrast x-ray of esophagus
Injection of contrast for imaging of shoulder joint
Injection, gadobutrol, 0.1 ml
Mri scan of blood vessels of head without contrast
Mri scan of bone of eye socket, face, and/or neck before and after contrast
Mri scan of brain before and after contrast
Mri scan of brain with contrast
Mri scan of brain without contrast
Mri scan of lower spinal canal before and after contrast
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast
Mri scan of middle spinal canal before and after contrast
Mri scan of middle spinal canal without contrast
Mri scan of upper spinal canal before and after contrast
Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast
Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast
Review by radiologist of ct guidance for needle placement
X-ray lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views bending views
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views
X-ray of middle spine, 2 views
X-ray of middle spine, 3 views
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views
X-ray of upper spine, 4-5 views
A 3D radiographic procedure with computerized image postprocessing is a high-tech imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed 3D images of the body. The computerized postprocessing further enhances these images for more precise diagnosis and treatment planning.
This service was performed 13 times for 13 patientsA CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
This service was performed 348 times for 328 patientsA CT scan of the head's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. A special dye (contrast) is injected into your body to make the blood vessels visible on the scan. This helps identify issues like blockages or abnormalities in your head's blood vessels.
This service was performed 98 times for 97 patientsA CT scan of the neck's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. It uses X-rays and a special dye to create detailed images of your neck's blood vessels. This helps doctors detect issues such as blockages or abnormalities.
This service was performed 91 times for 90 patientsA CT scan of the cranial cavity without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed images of your head, specifically the brain area. This can help detect conditions like tumors, infections, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this procedure.
This service was performed 12 times for 12 patientsA CT scan of the face without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your face, including bones, soft tissues, and blood vessels. It's often used to diagnose diseases, injuries, or abnormalities. No contrast dye is used in this procedure.
This service was performed 38 times for 38 patientsA CT scan of the lower spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed images of your lower back area, helping to detect conditions like fractures, infections, or tumors. It's painless and generally quick.
This service was performed 45 times for 44 patientsA CT scan of the neck with contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. A special dye is administered to highlight the soft tissues in your neck, making them easier to see. This helps detect issues like infections, tumors, or other abnormalities.
This service was performed 85 times for 76 patientsA CT scan of the upper spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed images of your neck and upper back. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, tumors, or infections. No dye (contrast) is used in this scan.
This service was performed 84 times for 84 patientsA double contrast x-ray of the esophagus is a diagnostic procedure that uses a special type of x-ray and a contrast material to capture detailed images of your esophagus. This helps in identifying any abnormalities or issues.
This service was performed 16 times for 16 patientsThis procedure involves injecting a contrast agent into your shoulder joint. The contrast helps highlight the joint on an imaging scan, giving a clearer picture of its condition. It can help identify any abnormalities or injuries. It's generally safe with minimal discomfort.
This service was performed 13 times for 13 patientsGadobutrol is a contrast agent used during MRI scans to help provide clearer images. It's injected into your vein before the scan. This helps doctors to see certain areas more clearly for better diagnosis. It's generally safe with few side effects.
This service was performed 950 times for 11 patientsAn MRI scan of the head's blood vessels without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the blood vessels in your head. This helps doctors diagnose conditions such as stroke, aneurysm, or other vascular disorders.
This service was performed 16 times for 16 patientsAn MRI scan of the eye socket, face, and/or neck uses magnetic fields to create detailed images of these areas. Contrast dye helps highlight specific tissues for clearer pictures. It's non-invasive, aids in detecting abnormalities, and guides treatment plans.
This service was performed 31 times for 31 patientsAn MRI scan of the brain, both before and after contrast, helps visualize different brain structures. Initially, images are taken without a contrast agent. Then, a safe dye is injected which helps highlight certain areas, providing clearer, more detailed images.
This service was performed 267 times for 247 patientsAn MRI scan of the brain with contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. A dye is injected into a vein to enhance the images. The scan uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed pictures of your brain, helping to identify abnormalities or diseases.
This service was performed 18 times for 18 patientsAn MRI scan of the brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your brain. It helps in detecting abnormalities like tumors, stroke, inflammation, or infection.
This service was performed 230 times for 228 patientsAn MRI scan of the lower spinal canal with contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses magnetic fields to generate detailed images of your lower spine. A contrast agent is injected to enhance these images, helping doctors see issues more clearly.
This service was performed 105 times for 101 patientsAn MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.
This service was performed 516 times for 512 patientsAn MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.
This service was performed 93 times for 64 patientsAn MRI scan of the middle spinal canal with contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine, both before and after a contrast dye is injected. The dye helps to highlight certain structures, providing a clearer picture for diagnosis.
This service was performed 32 times for 30 patientsAn MRI scan of the middle spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine. This helps doctors identify any abnormalities or issues in your spinal canal. No dye is used in this procedure.
This service was performed 75 times for 75 patientsAn MRI scan of the upper spinal canal before and after contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine. Contrast dye is injected to enhance these images, providing clearer visuals for accurate diagnosis.
This service was performed 31 times for 30 patientsAn MRI scan of the upper spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your upper spine. This helps doctors identify issues such as injuries, infections or diseases. No dye is used.
This service was performed 227 times for 227 patientsAn MRI scan of the upper spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your upper spine. This helps doctors identify issues such as injuries, infections or diseases. No dye is used.
This service was performed 24 times for 16 patientsThis process involves a radiologist examining CT scan images to accurately guide a needle's placement within the body. This technique is often used for biopsies or treatments, ensuring precision and safety.
This service was performed 16 times for 16 patientsThis procedure involves taking X-ray images of your lower and sacral spine in 2-3 different angles while you bend. It helps in assessing spinal flexibility and identifying any abnormalities or injuries. It's safe, quick, and usually painless.
This service was performed 23 times for 23 patientsAn X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back area, including the tailbone. This procedure helps in identifying problems like fractures, infections, or deformities. 2-3 different angle views provide a comprehensive picture.
This service was performed 165 times for 164 patientsAn X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back area, including the tailbone. This procedure helps in identifying problems like fractures, infections, or deformities. 2-3 different angle views provide a comprehensive picture.
This service was performed 58 times for 43 patientsAn X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back and tailbone area. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. At least four different angles or 'views' are taken to get a comprehensive picture.
This service was performed 49 times for 49 patientsAn X-ray of the middle spine, or thoracic spine, involves capturing two different images of the area. This non-invasive procedure uses small amounts of radiation to visualize the bones and tissues in your back, helping to identify any abnormalities or injuries.
This service was performed 17 times for 17 patientsAn X-ray of the middle spine, with 3 views, is a diagnostic procedure where images are taken from different angles (front, side, and angled) to assess the health of your spine. It helps identify issues like fractures, tumors, or degenerative conditions.
This service was performed 17 times for 17 patientsAn X-ray of the upper spine, with 2-3 views, is a painless procedure that employs a small amount of radiation to capture images of your neck and upper back. It assists in diagnosing conditions like arthritis, fractures, or spinal deformities.
This service was performed 77 times for 76 patientsAn X-ray of the upper spine, with 2-3 views, is a painless procedure that employs a small amount of radiation to capture images of your neck and upper back. It assists in diagnosing conditions like arthritis, fractures, or spinal deformities.
This service was performed 16 times for 13 patientsAn X-ray of the upper spine with 4-5 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses radiation to capture detailed images of the bones and structures in your neck and upper back. This procedure helps identify issues like fractures, infections, or deformities.
This service was performed 14 times for 14 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $21.99 for a new patient copayment and $17.7 for an established patient copayment.
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 59808 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203
- Average New Patient Price $87.97
- Minimum New Patient Price $56.81
- Maximum New Patient Price $172.26
- Average New Patient Copayment $21.99
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $14.2
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $43.06
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213
- Average Established Patient Price $70.82
- Minimum Established Patient Price $18.24
- Maximum Established Patient Price $140.32
- Average Established Patient Copayment $17.7
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.56
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $35.08
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Quality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
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Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Richard Dahlen is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST. PATRICK HOSPITAL | 500 W BROADWAY MISSOULA, MT 59806 | (406) 543-7271 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER | 2827 FORT MISSOULA RD MISSOULA, MT 59804 | (406) 728-4100 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| BITTERROOT HEALTH - DALY HOSPITAL | 1200 WESTWOOD DR HAMILTON, MT 59840 | (406) 375-4408 | Critical Access Hospitals | |
| PROVIDENCE ST JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER | 6 13TH AVE E POLSON, MT 59860 | (406) 883-5377 | Critical Access Hospitals | |
| KADLEC REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | 888 SWIFT BLVD RICHLAND, WA 99352 | (509) 946-4611 | Acute Care Hospitals |
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1972542173, we treat the final digit (3) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 57. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 57 = 3).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 57 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1972542173, enumerated as an "individual" on June 05, 2006.
The provider is located at 2419 MULLAN RD MISSOULA, MT 59808 and the phone number is (406) 721-4906.
Radiology with taxonomy code 2085R0202X and a focus in Diagnostic Radiology.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Mountain. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
Richard Dahlen is affiliated with: ST. PATRICK HOSPITAL, COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER, BITTERROOT HEALTH - DALY HOSPITAL, PROVIDENCE ST JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER and KADLEC REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER.
