Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Bentler, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Billings, MT
- NPI 1962435198
- Accepts Medicare
- 30 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1233 N 30Th St
Billings, MT 591010127
(406) 237-4116
fax (406) 237-4125
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1996 — 30 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Montana #9510
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1962435198. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
580
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$90,066
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 375 | 363 | $175 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 121 | 117 | $120 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 57 | 55 | $72 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 27 | 27 | $208 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 18 peers in Billings Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 111. This provider delivers 5.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$44
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mindray Ds USA, INC. | 1 | $44.10 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
52
Patients
50
Total drug cost
$589
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | Generic | 25 | 23 | $509 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 15 | 15 | $40 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 12 | 12 | $39 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Bentler's medical specialty?
Dr. James Bentler practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Billings, MT.
Where does Dr. James Bentler practice?
Dr. James Bentler practices at 1233 N 30Th St, Billings, MT 591010127. Office phone: 4062374116.
What is Dr. James Bentler's NPI?
Dr. James Bentler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962435198, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Bentler accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Bentler accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Bentler commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99283). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.