Michael Bruce Ganz, M.D.

Nephrology Internal Medicine

Michael Bruce Ganz is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in Billings, MT with over 44 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(406) 237-8500Billings, MT
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across MT can see Michael Bruce Ganz, M.D. in person in Billings or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Medical College of Pennsylvania graduate since 1982, he brings 44+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, kidney disease, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 48% of reporting doctors in Montana
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 11 Internal Medicine providers in MTSee all Internal Medicine in Billings44+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 2270dNPPES updated 2020-03-05 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Montana Board of Medical Examiners

Contact & Location

Practice Location

2900 12th Ave N Suite 160w, Billings, MT 59101-7506

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

2.31%

Montana avg: 7.2 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.8 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Montana

2.31% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

698

Unique beneficiaries

High volume

Prescription Recipients

389

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

2,422

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $155k

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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, Chronic Kidney Disease, and High Cholesterol.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+45%)75%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-5%)65%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+20%)54%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+8%)40%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+17%)39%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-11%)38%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+7%)29%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$5.8k received from industry

15 transactions reported in 2024 ·High tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Michael Bruce Ganz's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1982

    Medical College of Pennsylvania

  2. Board certified · Mar 4, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 44 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.

Taxonomy: 207RN0300X

Education & Training

Medical College of Pennsylvania (Class of 1982)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

2900 12th Ave N Ste 400e, Billings, MT 59101-7514

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Michael Bruce Ganz

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Bruce Ganz for blood pressure monitoring, kidney care follow-ups, 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 Michael Bruce Ganz

Dr. Ganz is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Billings, MT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (406) 237-8500.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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