Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melinda Luce, PAC
Physician Assistant · Physician Assistant · Missoula, MT
- NPI 1245250703
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 92.8 / 100 · 2023
- 30 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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500 W Broadway St
Missoula, MT 598024008
(406) 329-7598
fax (406) 721-3907 - Mailing address
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Po Box 35100
Billings, MT 591075100
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 10, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1996 — 30 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Montana #MED-PAC-LIC-198 · Montana #198
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1245250703. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
227
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$18,161
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 156 | 119 | $83 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 27 | 21 | $109 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 25 | 20 | $56 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 19 | 18 | $46 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 37 peers in Missoula Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 65. This provider delivers 3.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$277
Transactions
14
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 4 | $92.37 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 4 | $81.75 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 3 | $52.10 | |
| Sobi, INC | 1 | $19.25 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $17.65 | |
| Biogen, INC. | 1 | $13.95 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
239
Patients
82
Total drug cost
$190,776
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 70 | 37 | $2,381 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 65 | 45 | $482 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $185,091 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 25 | 0 | $1,584 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 22 | 0 | $982 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 19 | 0 | $204 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 13 | 0 | $51 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melinda Luce's medical specialty?
Dr. Melinda Luce practices Physician Assistant in Missoula, MT.
Where does Dr. Melinda Luce practice?
Dr. Melinda Luce practices at 500 W Broadway St, Missoula, MT 598024008. Office phone: 4063297598.
What is Dr. Melinda Luce's NPI?
Dr. Melinda Luce's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245250703, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melinda Luce accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melinda Luce accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melinda Luce commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.