Dr. Melissa Cunningham
Internal Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 18+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Melissa Cunningham, MD/PHD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Charleston, South Carolina. She attended and graduated from Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine in 2006, having over 18 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Musc Medical Center. Dr. Melissa Cunningham also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including University Medical Associates. Dr. Melissa Cunningham accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (843) 792-1414 to request Dr. Melissa Cunningham the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Melissa Cunningham |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
7214109172 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
- Rheumatology
Experience
- Over 18 years of diverse experience
Credentials
Education and Training
- Dr. Melissa Cunningham attended and graduated from Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine in 2006.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1689751844
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, November 1, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, April 1, 2014
Quality Reporting
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eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - She does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - She does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - She does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - She does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Melissa Cunningham
Medical Licenses
Dr. Melissa Cunningham has been primarily specialized in Rheumatology for over 18 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Rheumatology
click for detail Rheumatology An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and "collagen" diseases.
| 28966 | South Carolina |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail Internal Medicine A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
| LL28966 | South Carolina |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Charleston, South Carolina | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - State |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- University Medical Associates
| University Medical Associates | 971 |
Practice Locations
171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 29425-8908
Phone: (843) 792-1414
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
This physician profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Tuesday, April 1, 2014. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
Update Data guide.
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Dr. Melissa Cunningham [NPI: 1689751844]Internal Medicine, Rheumatology