Marlin Dustin Richardson, MD
Marlin Dustin Richardson is a Neurological Surgery specialist based in Billings, MT with over 17 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Marlin Dustin Richardson, MD has practiced neurological surgery for 17+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver in 2009 and has 17+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
Older · 1552dNPPES updated 2022-02-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Montana Board of Medical Examiners
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better20%
Montana avg: 7.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+14.9 pts)
20% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
193
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
34
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
75
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1k
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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — 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 (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$215 received from industry
2 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 Marlin Dustin Richardson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2009
University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver
Board certified · Feb 21, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
17 years in practice
Experienced
A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
Taxonomy: 207T00000X
Education & Training
University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver (Class of 2009)
Mailing address
Po Box 35100, Billings, MT 59107-5100
Differs from practice location
Virtual Neurological Surgery Care With Marlin Dustin Richardson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Marlin Dustin Richardson for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — 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 Marlin Dustin Richardson
NPI records show Dr. Richardson 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 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
801 N 29th St, Billings, MT 59101-0905
Mailing Address
Po Box 35100, Billings, MT 59107-5100
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