Jose Ness, MD
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine
Jose Ness is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in Kalispell, MT with over 35 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 35 years in internal medicine, Jose Ness, MD is a long-established medical oncology internal medicine specialist in Kalispell. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 35 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 19% of reporting doctors in Montana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1860dNPPES updated 2021-04-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Montana Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
350 Heritage Way Suite 1100, Kalispell, MT 59901-3160
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.88%
Montana avg: 7.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.8 pts)
5.88% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better81.1%
Montana avg: 85 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
452
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
227
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,378
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.82M
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 Cancer.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+30%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$69 received from industry
5 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Jose Ness's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Apr 18, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
35 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.
Taxonomy: 207RX0202X
Mailing address
350 Heritage Way Suite 1100, Kalispell, MT 59901-3158
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Oncology Care With Jose Ness
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Jose Ness for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Kalispell 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 Jose Ness
Dr. Ness is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Kalispell, MT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (406) 752-8900.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Jose Ness
Practice Location
350 Heritage Way Suite 1100, Kalispell, MT 59901-3160
Mailing Address
350 Heritage Way Suite 1100, Kalispell, MT 59901-3158
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