Daniel Swanson, M.D.
Daniel Swanson is an Urology specialist based in Billings, MT with over 16 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Daniel Swanson, M.D. has practiced urology for 16+ years, working in group practice. A University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver graduate since 2010, he brings 16+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 94.31/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 36% of reporting doctors in Montana
- Uses generic medications more than 28% of reporting doctors in Montana
- Federal MIPS score higher than 69% of MIPS-scored doctors in Montana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1550dNPPES updated 2022-02-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Montana Board of Medical Examiners
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Montana, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202394.31/100
Montana avg: 84.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.7 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in MontanaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.24%
Montana avg: 7.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.9 pts)
4.24% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.3%
Montana avg: 85 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
393
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
161
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
660
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $60k
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$290 received from industry
4 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 Daniel Swanson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2010
University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver
Board certified · Jul 2, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
16 years in practice
Experienced
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Taxonomy: 208800000X
Education & Training
University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver (Class of 2010)
Mailing address
801 North 29th Street Po Box 37000, Billings, MT 51907
Differs from practice location
Virtual Urology Care With Daniel Swanson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Daniel Swanson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Billings 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 Daniel Swanson
NPI records show Dr. Swanson as active with telehealth listed in Billings, MT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (406) 702-6869.
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
801 N 29th St, Billings, MT 59101-0905
Mailing Address
801 North 29th Street Po Box 37000, Billings, MT 51907
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