Melissa Lundbeck Kaptanian, MD
Melissa Lundbeck Kaptanian is a Surgery specialist based in Kalispell, MT with over 23 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Melissa Lundbeck Kaptanian, MD has been part of the Kalispell medical community since 2008 in independent practice. She graduated from Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine in 2003 and has 23+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with cancer, high cholesterol, and hypertension (per CMS claims data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
310 Sunnyview Ln, Kalispell, MT 59901-3129
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better29.65%
Montana avg: 7.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+24.5 pts)
29.65% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
210
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
83
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
199
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2k
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 Cancer, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+54%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2003
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 25, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
23 years in practice
Experienced
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine (Class of 2003)
Virtual Surgery Care With Melissa Lundbeck Kaptanian
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melissa Lundbeck Kaptanian for follow-up consultations, cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring — 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 Melissa Lundbeck Kaptanian
NPI records show Dr. Kaptanian as active with telehealth listed in Kalispell, MT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (406) 751-6488.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Melissa Lundbeck Kaptanian
Practice Location
310 Sunnyview Ln, Kalispell, MT 59901-3129
Mailing Address
310 Sunnyview Ln, Kalispell, MT 59901-3129
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