Norman M Friedman, MD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Norman M Friedman is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Kalispell, MT with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: SLEEP MEDICINE
Norman M Friedman, MD has been part of the Kalispell medical community since 2006 in independent practice. He graduated from Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine in 1995 and has 31+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 86.09/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 57% of reporting doctors in Montana
- Uses generic medications more than 41% of reporting doctors in Montana
- Federal MIPS score higher than 65% of MIPS-scored doctors in Montana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
200 Commons Way Ste B, Kalispell, MT 59901-1915
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Montana, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202386.09/100
Montana avg: 84.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in MontanaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.82%
Montana avg: 7.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Montana0.82% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.1%
Montana avg: 85 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MontanaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
222
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
434
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,949
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.88M
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 Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
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%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
US avg: 13.4%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$10.9k received from industry
250 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Norman M Friedman's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1995
Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine
Board certified · Jul 16, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine (Class of 1995)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Norman M Friedman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Norman M Friedman for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — 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 Norman M Friedman
NPI records show Dr. Friedman as active with telehealth listed in Kalispell, MT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (406) 752-5170.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Norman M Friedman
Practice Location
200 Commons Way Ste B, Kalispell, MT 59901-1915
Mailing Address
200 Commons Way Ste B, Kalispell, MT 59901-1915
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