Charles Marler, M.D.
Charles Marler, M.D. has been part of the Great Falls medical community since 2005 in group practice. Trained at University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio (class of 1993), he has been practicing for over 33 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 80.47/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 36% of reporting doctors in Montana
- Uses generic medications more than 47% of reporting doctors in Montana
- Federal MIPS score higher than 10% of MIPS-scored doctors in Montana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 758dNPPES updated 2024-04-08 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1401 25th St S, Great Falls, MT 59405-5183
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202380.47/100
Montana avg: 84.7 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.1 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.31%
Montana avg: 7.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.8 pts)
4.31% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.1%
Montana avg: 85 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MontanaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
351
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
356
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
9,075
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $688k
Percentile rankings compared against 214 reporting peers in Montana.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$457 received from industry
21 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Charles Marler's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1993
Ut Health San Antonio Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine
Board certified · Apr 7, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
33 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio (Class of 1993)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Charles Marler
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Charles Marler for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Great Falls required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles Marler
Dr. Marler is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Great Falls, MT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (406) 731-8888.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1401 25th St S, Great Falls, MT 59405-5183
Mailing Address
1401 25th St S, Great Falls, MT 59405-5183
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