Lauren Elizabeth Kleess, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Lauren Elizabeth Kleess is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Billings, MT with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Lauren Elizabeth Kleess, M.D. specializes in internal medicine, serving patients in Billings, MT in group practice. With 13+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Billings area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and diabetes (per CMS data).
Older · 1044dNPPES updated 2023-07-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Montana Board of Medical Examiners
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better48%
Montana avg: 85 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-34.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
311
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
641
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,271
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.23M
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Diabetes.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$83 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 Lauren Elizabeth Kleess's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jul 13, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
13 years in practice
Established
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Mailing address
Po Box 35100, Billings, MT 59107-5100
Differs from practice location
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Lauren Elizabeth Kleess
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lauren Elizabeth Kleess for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins — 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 Lauren Elizabeth Kleess
NPI records show Dr. Kleess as active with telehealth listed in Billings, MT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (406) 238-2500.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Lauren Elizabeth Kleess
Practice Location
1045 N 30th St, Billings, MT 59101-0738
Mailing Address
Po Box 35100, Billings, MT 59107-5100
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