DR. MELISSA ANNE CUNNINGHAM MD/PHD
NPI 1689751844
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Charleston, SC

Active since November 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
171 ASHLEY AVE, CHARLESTON, SC 29425(843) 792-1414 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 8, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Melissa Anne Cunningham Md/phd NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. MELISSA ANNE CUNNINGHAM MD/PHD (NPI 1689751844) is an individual rheumatology provider in Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (28966) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Musc Medical Center, and is a graduate of Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689751844
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X
Provider Legal NameDR. MELISSA ANNE CUNNINGHAMCredential: MD/PHD
Location Address171 ASHLEY AVECharleston, SC 29425-8908
Mailing AddressPo Box 751461Charlotte, NC 28275-1461 · (843) 792-6200
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateNovember 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 8, 2020
NPPES CertifiedOctober 8, 2020
NPI 1689751844 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RR0500X
License Licensed in SC · 28966
Definition

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.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License LL28966 (SC)
171 ASHLEY AVE, Charleston, SC 29425

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid289663SC
Medicaid5921406NC

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Melissa Anne Cunningham Md/phd is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID7214109172
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111019000130
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
58 services41 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Musc Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number420004
Location169 Ashley AveCharleston, SC 29425 · Charleston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Musc Health Florence Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Florence, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number420091
Location805 Pamplico Hwy Box 100550Florence, SC 29505 · Florence County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29425 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$124.04 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $23.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Allergy & Immunology
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Ophthalmology
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Social Worker
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Radiology (Pediatric Radiology)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Nurse Practitioner
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Ophthalmology
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Melissa Cunningham's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Cunningham is 1689751844. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 1, 2006.

Where is Melissa Cunningham located?

Melissa Cunningham practices at 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425. The listed phone number is (843) 792-1414.

What is Melissa Cunningham's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Is Melissa Cunningham enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Cunningham is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Melissa Cunningham accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, First Choice Next and Molina Healthcare and 1 other insurer list Melissa Cunningham as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Melissa Cunningham affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melissa Cunningham is affiliated with Musc Medical Center and Musc Health Florence Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Cunningham was last updated on October 8, 2020. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.