LURA A BROWN PA-C
NPI 1073799755
Physician Assistant in Helena, MT
Quality Rating: 46.8 out of 100 score
NPI Status: Active since January 13, 2008
Contact Information
1 MEDICAL PARK DR # 201B
HELENA, MT
ZIP 59601
Phone: (406) 443-7200
- Individual
- Female
- Years of Experience 19
- Physician Assistant
- Accepts Insurance
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About LURA BROWN
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Lura Brown, a primary care provider established in Helena, Montana with a medical specialization in Physician Assistant and more than 19 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1073799755 assigned on January 2008. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 363A00000X with license number 33754 (MT). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 2 years ago.
- NPI
- 1073799755
- Provider Name
- LURA A BROWN PA-C
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 1 MEDICAL PARK DR # 201B HELENA, MT 59601
- Location Phone
- (406) 443-7200
- Mailing Address
- 7300 RANCH ROAD 2222, BUILDING 1, STE 200 AUSTIN, TX 78730
- Mailing Phone
- (512) 628-0465
- Mailing Fax
- Medical School Name
- OTHER
- Graduation Year
- 2007
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 01-13-2008
- Last Update Date
- 02-20-2023
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A primary care provider (PCP) like Lura Brown 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
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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
Physician Assistant
- Taxonomy Code
- 363A00000X
- Type
- Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- License No.
- 33754
- License State
- MT
- Taxonomy Description
- A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- 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
- Connect Bronze Expanded Standard - PPO
- Connect Bronze HDHP - PPO
- Connect Catastrophic - PPO
- Connect Gold - PPO
- Connect Gold Standard - PPO
- Connect Silver - PPO
- Connect Silver Standard - PPO
- High Plains Bronze HDHP - PPO
- High Plains Bronze Standard Expanded - PPO
- High Plains Gold - PPO
- High Plains Gold HDHP - PPO
- High Plains Gold Standard - PPO
- High Plains Silver - PPO
- High Plains Silver Standard - PPO
- Plus Bronze Expanded - PPO
- Plus Bronze Standard Expanded - PPO
- Plus Gold - PPO
- Plus Gold Standard - PPO
- Plus Silver Standard - PPO
- ACCESS BRONZE - PPO
- Navigator Bronze 7000 Exchange - PPO
- Navigator Bronze 9200 - PPO
- Navigator Bronze HSA 8050 - PPO
- Navigator Gold 1500 - PPO
- Navigator Gold 1500 Exchange - PPO
- Navigator Gold 500 Exchange - PPO
- Navigator Silver 3500 Exchange - PPO
- Navigator Silver 4000 Exchange - PPO
- Navigator Silver 5000 - PPO
- Navigator Silver HSA 3500 - PPO
- Navigator Standard Expanded Bronze - PPO
- Navigator Standard Gold - PPO
- Navigator Standard Silver - PPO
- PacificSource Oregon Standard Bronze Plan NAV - PPO
- PacificSource Oregon Standard Gold Plan NAV - PPO
- PacificSource Oregon Standard Silver Plan NAV - PPO
*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Lura Brown 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.
Lura Brown 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: 1658456892
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: I20150112000577
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.
Aminolevulinic acid hcl for topical administration, 20%, single unit dosage form (354 mg)
Application of light by qualified health care professional to destroy precancer skin growth
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes
Punch biopsy, first skin growth
Aminolevulinic Acid HCL is a medication applied to the skin to treat certain types of skin conditions. It works by making the skin more sensitive to light, which helps to kill abnormal skin cells. The 20% solution is a single dose of 354 mg.
This service was performed 24 times for 20 patientsThis procedure involves a healthcare professional using a special light to target and destroy precancerous skin growths. It's a non-invasive method aimed at preventing the development of skin cancer. The process is safe, performed by trained professionals, and usually quick.
This service was performed 20 times for 18 patientsA biopsy of related skin growth is a procedure where a small piece of skin growth is removed for testing. If additional growths are identified, they may also be biopsied. This helps in diagnosing skin conditions and planning appropriate treatment.
This service was performed 32 times for 27 patientsA biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
This service was performed 102 times for 89 patients"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
This service was performed 286 times for 226 patientsThis procedure involves removing 15 or more precancerous skin growths to prevent them from developing into cancer. It's done using various methods like freezing, creams, or minor surgery. The goal is to protect your health by stopping cancer before it starts.
This service was performed 12 times for 11 patientsThis procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
This service was performed 740 times for 162 patients"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
This service was performed 120 times for 105 patientsThis is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
This service was performed 93 times for 75 patientsThis 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 433 times for 342 patientsThis service involves an initial visit to the doctor's office or other outpatient setting. It typically lasts between 15-29 minutes. The doctor will review your medical history, conduct a physical examination, and discuss your health concerns. It's a chance to establish your health baseline and address any immediate medical issues.
This service was performed 14 times for 14 patientsThis service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
This service was performed 55 times for 55 patientsA punch biopsy is a procedure where a small, circular tool is used to remove a sample of skin tissue. This is usually done to test a skin growth for potential issues. You may feel a pinch, but discomfort is minimal. The area heals quickly.
This service was performed 31 times for 30 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 59601 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.
Overall MIPS Quality Performance
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and has an overall final score of 46.8, based on four performance areas: quality, improvement activities, promoting interoperability, and cost. The purpose of this information is to help people with Medicare make informed decisions and incentivize doctors and clinicians to maximize performance.
The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) is a way providers could use to participate in CMS Quality Payment Program (QPP). The MIPS program affects clinician reimbursement for Part B covered professional services and also rewards them for improving the quality of patient care and outcomes.
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Final Score: 46.8 out of 100
The MIPS program evaluates providers across multiple categories with a specific weight for each category resulting a in a MIPS final score that ranges from 0 to 100 points. The MIPS Final Score determines whether providers receive a negative, neutral or positive MIPS payment adjustment.
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Quality Score: 95.28
The Quality category assesses providers performance on clinical practices and patient outcomes under the traditional MIPS program. The quality measures help identify the quality of healthcare processes, outcomes, and patient experiences. The Quality measure category compromises 40% providers final MPIS scores.
There are six collection types for MIPS quality measures: Electronic Clinical Quality Measures (eCQMs), MIPS Clinical Quality Measures (CQMs), Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR) Measures, Medicare Part B claims measures, CMS Web Interface measures and The Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) for MIPS Survey.
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Promoting Interoperability Score: N/A
The Interoperability category measures the providers ability to use technology to exchange and make use of healthcare information in a way that is less burdensome and improves outcomes. The Interoperability measure category compromises 25% providers final MPIS scores.
The MIPS Interoperability measure focuses on the use of certified electronic health record technology (CEHRT) to improve patient access health information, the exchange of information between clinicians and pharmacies and the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of healthcare data. -
Improvement Activities Score: 0
The Improvement Activities performance category evaluates the providers participation in clinical activities that support the improvement of clinical practice, care delivery, and outcomes. Providers have the option to choose 2 to 4 activities from an inventory of over 100 improvement activities. Providers typically choose the activities that best fit their needs. The improvement activities measure category compromises 15% providers final MPIS scores.
The Improvement measures aim to better patient engagement, patient safety and other areas of patient care. The Improvement Activities category compromises 15% of providers final MPIS scores. -
Cost Score: 28.95
The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.
Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores. -
Cost Score: 28.95
The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.
Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| e-Prescribing | 98% | 1169 |
| At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology. | ||
| Health Information Exchange | 93% | 74 |
| The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for at least one transition of care or referral. | ||
| Implementation of Use of Specialist Reports Back to Referring Clinician or Group to Close Referral Loop | Yes | N/A |
| Performance of regular practices that include providing specialist reports back to the referring individual MIPS eligible clinician or group to close the referral loop or where the referring individual MIPS eligible clinician or group initiates regular inquiries to specialist for specialist reports which could be documented or noted in the EHR technology. | ||
| Medication Reconciliation | 1% | 813 |
| The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician. | ||
| Patient-Specific Education | 95% | 1457 |
| The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician. | ||
| Provide Patient Access | 94% | 1457 |
| At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold certain information. | ||
| Security Risk Analysis | Yes | N/A |
| Conduct or review a security risk analysis in accordance with the requirements in 45 CFR 164.308(a)(1), including addressing the security (to include encryption) of ePHI data created or maintained by certified EHR technology in accordance with requirements in 45 CFR164.312(a)(2)(iv) and 45 CFR 164.306(d)(3), and implement security updates as necessary and correct identified security deficiencies as part of the MIPS eligible clinician's risk management process. | ||
| Use of QCDR data for quality improvement such as comparative analysis reports across patient populations | Yes | N/A |
| Participation in a QCDR, clinical data registries, or other registries run by other government agencies such as FDA, or private entities such as a hospital or medical or surgical society. Activity must include use of QCDR data for quality improvement (e.g., comparative analysis across specific patient populations for adverse outcomes after an outpatient surgical procedure and corrective steps to address adverse outcome). | ||
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. Lura Brown is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST PETERS HEALTH | 2475 BROADWAY HELENA, MT 59601 | (406) 442-2480 | Acute Care Hospitals |
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NPI Validation Check Digit Calculation
The following table explains the step by step NPI number validation process using the ISO standard Luhn algorithm.
| Start with the original NPI number, the last digit is the check digit and is not used in the calculation. | |||||||||
| 1 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 5 |
| Step 1: Double the value of the alternate digits, beginning with the rightmost digit. | |||||||||
| 2 | 0 | 14 | 3 | 14 | 9 | 18 | 7 | 10 | |
| Step 2: Add all the doubled and unaffected individual digits from step 1 plus the constant number 24. | |||||||||
| 2 + 0 + 1 + 4 + 3 + 1 + 4 + 9 + 1 + 8 + 7 + 1 + 0 + 24 = 65 | |||||||||
| Step 3: Subtract the total obtained in step 2 from the next higher number ending in zero, the result is the check digit. | |||||||||
| 70 - 65 = 5 | 5 | ||||||||
The NPI number 1073799755 is valid because the calculated check digit 5 using the Luhn validation algorithm matches the last digit of the original NPI number.
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following provider is registered at the same or nearby location.
| NPI | Name / Type | Taxonomy | Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1720073596 | BYRON DAVID BALDRIDGE MD Individual | Dermatology | 1 MEDICAL PARK DR # 201B HELENA, MT 59601 (406) 443-7200 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1073799755, enumerated in the NPI registry as an "individual" on January 13, 2008
The provider is located at 1 Medical Park Dr # 201b Helena, Mt 59601 and the phone number is (406) 443-7200
The provider's speciality is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X
The provider has more than 19 years of experience.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Mountain. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to make sure your health plan is currently accepted.
Yes, as of June 20, 2025 the provider is registered in PECOS and is eligible to order health care services or supplies for Medicare patients. If you are a beneficiary 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.
The provider has an overall high rating in the following quality measures: quality clinical practices and patient outcomes and experiences.
Medicare beneficiaries should expect a typical cost of $87.97 with an average copayment of $21.99 for new patient appointments. Established patients should expect a typical charge of $70.82 and an average copayment of 17.7. Please review your insurance plan or contact the provider directly to determine your specific costs.
The most common procedures or services performed by this practitioner are: Aminolevulinic acid hcl for topical administration, 20%, single unit dosage form (354 mg), Application of light by qualified health care professional to destroy precancer skin growth, Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth, Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth, Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth, Destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths, Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths, Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths, Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes, Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes, New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes, New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes and Punch biopsy, first skin growth.
The practitioner is affiliated to the following hospital(s): ST PETERS HEALTH. Hospital affiliations are identified through self-reporting data and service claims based on the place of service.
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