RACHEL MCDONALD
NPI 1992193445
Physician Assistant - Medical in Billings, MT
NPI Status: Active since January 07, 2015
Contact Information
760 WICKS LN
BILLINGS, MT
ZIP 59105
Phone: (406) 238-2500
- Individual
- Female
- Years of Experience 12
- Physician Assistant
- Medical
- Accepts Insurance
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
About RACHEL MCDONALD
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Rachel Mcdonald, a primary care provider established in Billings, Montana with a medical specialization in Physician Assistant, focusing in medical and more than 12 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1992193445 assigned on January 2015. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 363AM0700X with license number MED-PAC-LIC-58679 (MT). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 4 years ago.
- NPI
- 1992193445
- Provider Name
- RACHEL MCDONALD
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 760 WICKS LN BILLINGS, MT 59105
- Location Phone
- (406) 238-2500
- Mailing Address
- PO BOX 35100 BILLINGS, MT 59107
- Medical School Name
- OTHER
- Graduation Year
- 2014
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 01-07-2015
- Last Update Date
- 12-14-2021
- Code Navigator
A primary care provider (PCP) like Rachel Mcdonald sees people with common medical problems. The primary care provider might be a doctor, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or clinic that are usually involved in your long-term care. A PCP might provide preventive care, treat common medical conditions, identify urgent medical problems and refer you to specialists when necessary. Primary care is usually provided in an outpatient facility but if you are admitted to a hospital your PCP may assist in your care. The most common medical conditions seen by primary care providers are: hypertension, upper respiratory tract infections, depression or anxiety, back pain, arthritis, dermatitis, diabetes, urinary tract infections, etc
Location Map
Secondary Locations
- 2030 Bluegrass Cir
Cheyenne, WY 82009
(307) 635-3500 - 2030 Bluegrass Cir
Cheyenne, WY 82009
(307) 635-3500 - 2030 Bluegrass Cir
Cheyenne, WY 82009
(307) 635-3500
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
Physician Assistant Medical
- Taxonomy Code
- 363AM0700X
- Type
- Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- License No.
- MED-PAC-LIC-58679
- License State
- MT
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 | 363A00000X | Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers | Physician Assistant | PT628 (WY) |
| 2 | 363A00000X | Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers | Physician Assistant | MED-PAC-LIC-58679 (MT) |
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
- HSA-E Qualified 7500 Bronze - Signature Network - EPO
- Providence Oregon Standard Bronze Plan - Signature Network - EPO
- Providence Oregon Standard Gold Plan - Signature Network - EPO
- Providence Oregon Standard Silver Plan - Signature Network - EPO
*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Rachel Mcdonald 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.
Rachel Mcdonald 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: 840517033
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: I20180316001194
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
Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies
The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.
Durable Medical Equipment
DME-Other DME (DE017N)
Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips (HCPCS:A4253)
4 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 28 Services Paid
DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC000N)
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing (HCPCS:E0431)
1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 12 Services Paid
DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate (HCPCS:E1390)
2 DME suppliers used 23 Medicare Claims 24 Services Paid
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.
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Transitional care management services for problem of moderate complexity
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.
This service was performed 53 times for 50 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 25 times for 24 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 145 times for 116 patientsTransitional care management services focus on coordinating and managing your care after you leave the hospital. For moderate complexity problems, this involves managing your medications, arranging further treatments, and ensuring you have the necessary follow-ups.
This service was performed 17 times for 16 patientsFind 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. Rachel Mcdonald is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BILLINGS CLINIC | 2800 10TH AVE N BILLINGS, MT 59101 | (406) 657-4000 | 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 1992193445, we treat the final digit (5) 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 75. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (80 - 75 = 5).
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 75 is 80. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1992193445, enumerated as an "individual" on January 07, 2015.
The provider is located at 760 WICKS LN BILLINGS, MT 59105 and the phone number is (406) 238-2500.
Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363AM0700X and a focus in Medical.
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.
Rachel Mcdonald is affiliated with: BILLINGS CLINIC.
