Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Dale Schaefer, M.D.
Neurological Surgery Physician (CMS: Neurosurgery) · Great Falls, MT
- NPI 1609951631
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 80.5 / 100 · 2023
- 42 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1300 28Th St S, Suite 7
Great Falls, MT 594055296
(406) 454-0375
fax (406) 454-0377
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 8, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1984 — 42 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207T00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Montana #6855
- Medicaid
- MT #0000089726
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1609951631. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
88
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$9,133
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 25 | 21 | $97 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 23 | 23 | $129 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 23 | 20 | $66 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 17 | 17 | $130 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Great Falls Neurological Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 22. This provider delivers 4.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$210
Transactions
11
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 10 | $181.73 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $27.94 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
12
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$92
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $92 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Dale Schaefer's medical specialty?
Dr. Dale Schaefer practices Neurological Surgery Physician in Great Falls, MT.
Where does Dr. Dale Schaefer practice?
Dr. Dale Schaefer practices at 1300 28Th St S, Great Falls, MT 594055296. Office phone: 4064540375.
What is Dr. Dale Schaefer's NPI?
Dr. Dale Schaefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609951631, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Dale Schaefer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Dale Schaefer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Dale Schaefer commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.