Rebecca L Danforth, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Rebecca L Danforth is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Missoula, MT with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Rebecca L Danforth, M.D. has been part of the Missoula medical community since 2007 in group practice. Trained at University of Washington School of Medicine (class of 2002), she has been practicing for over 24 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 54% of reporting doctors in Montana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1797dNPPES updated 2021-06-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Montana Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
500 W Broadway St, Missoula, MT 59802
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.61%
Montana avg: 7.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Montana1.61% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
387
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
285
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,993
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.06M
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 (+26%) — 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 (-8%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
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%↓ 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 (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$620 received from industry
34 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Rebecca L Danforth's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
University of Washington School of Medicine
Board certified · Jun 20, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
24 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
University of Washington School of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Mailing address
Po Box 7609, Missoula, MT 59807-7609
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Rebecca L Danforth
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Rebecca L Danforth for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Missoula 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 Rebecca L Danforth
NPI records show Dr. Danforth as active with telehealth listed in Missoula, MT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (406) 721-5600.
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 Rebecca L Danforth
Practice Location
500 W Broadway St, Missoula, MT 59802
Mailing Address
Po Box 7609, Missoula, MT 59807-7609
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