2026 NPPES data Family Medicine Physician NPI 1336324250 MD
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KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD

Family Medicine Physician in BILLINGS, Montana. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
564
Medicare Part D claims · 26 beneficiaries · Family Medicine Physician avg: 3K
Generic prescribing
92%
generic claims · 8% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD is a Family Medicine Physician ([object Object]) practicing in BILLINGS, Montana with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 564 claims across 26 beneficiaries — 8% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD filed 564 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across BILLINGS, Montana. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + 2 hospital affiliations — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 01/09/2008

NPI 1336324250

Primary specialty

Family Medicine Physician

High-volume

147,640 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

564 83% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 3,418

Specialty distribution in Montana

How Family Medicine Physician compares to other specialties among Montana providers

Montana providers

Family Medicine Physician share within Montana

1. Family Medicine Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Family Medicine Physician share within Montana

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Family Medicine Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Family Medicine Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Family Medicine Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Family Medicine Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider practicing in BILLINGS, Montana, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1336324250. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Family Medicine Physician provider holding MD credentials at 123 S 27TH ST, BILLINGS, MT, 59101, with a listed phone of (406) 247-3350. NPI 1336324250 was issued on 01/09/2008. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CUNNINGHAM most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 564 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 26 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $48K in drug spend, split 8% brand-name and 92% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 3.7%. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Family Medicine Physician is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 147,640 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 3,418 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

123 S 27TH ST
BILLINGS, MT 59101

Provider Details

NPI 1336324250
Specialty Family Medicine Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 01/09/2008

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

COGENT HEALTHCARE OF MONTANA P C
BILLINGS, MT
STATE OF MONTANA
LEWISTOWN, MT

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD — brand share 8.0%
Specialty average (est.)

8% brand-name claims vs 92% generic, on 564 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

564
Total Claims
$48K
Total Drug Cost
26
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
572
Total Day Supply
16,978
Brand vs Generic
8% brand / 92% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$38K
Generic Drug Cost
$11K
Opioid Claims
21 (3.7% rate)

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
72.8 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.48
Gender Split
42% female / 58% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Levothyroxine Sodium
80
Atorvastatin Calcium
36
Gabapentin
29
Famotidine
24
Metformin Hcl Er
Metformin Hcl
24
Pantoprazole Sodium
24
Finasteride
23
Tamsulosin Hcl
23
Duloxetine Hcl
14
Abilify Maintena
Aripiprazole
12

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Family Medicine Physician Overview

How KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD fits within the Family Medicine Physician landscape nationally.

147,640
Family Medicine Physician Providers in US
56
States with Family Medicine Physician
3,418
Avg Claims per Provider

KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD's 564 claims are below the specialty average of 3,418.

Nearby Family Medicine Physician Providers in Montana

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Montana, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as CUNNINGHAM.

Compare Family Medicine Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD's specialty?
KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD specializes in Family Medicine Physician and practices in BILLINGS, Montana. Credentials: MD.
How much does KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD wrote 564 Medicare Part D claims totaling $48K in drug costs for 26 beneficiaries.
Where is KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD located?
KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD is located at 123 S 27TH ST, BILLINGS, MT, 59101. Phone: (406) 247-3350.
What is KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD's NPI number?
KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336324250, issued on 01/09/2008.
Does KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD's prescribing is 8% brand-name and 92% generic drugs by claim count, with $38K in brand drug costs.
Does KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD prescribe opioids?
Yes, KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD had 21 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 3.7%.
How many Family Medicine Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 147,640 Family Medicine Physician providers across 56 states in the US. The average Family Medicine Physician provider writes 3,418 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Levothyroxine Sodium, Atorvastatin Calcium, Gabapentin. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD accept Medicare?
KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 564 Part D claims and 26 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD's credentials?
KRISTOPHER CUNNINGHAM, MD's NPI is 1336324250 with credentials MD. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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