Abigail Kilpatrick Emerson, M.D.
Abigail Kilpatrick Emerson is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Columbia, MO with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: PEDIATRIC MEDICINE
Abigail Kilpatrick Emerson, M.D. has been part of the Columbia medical community since 2006 in group practice. Trained at University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine (class of 2005), she has been practicing for over 21 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 32% of reporting doctors in Missouri
- Federal MIPS score higher than 92% of MIPS-scored doctors in Missouri
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1000 W Nifong Blvd Bldg 3, Ste. 130, Columbia, MO 65203-5615
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 92% of doctors in Missouri on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
Missouri avg: 81.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Top 8% of MIPS-scored doctors in MissouriHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.59%
Missouri avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.5 pts)
5.59% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.3%
Missouri avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
124
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
163
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,701
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $383k
Percentile rankings compared against 912 reporting peers in Missouri.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
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 (-18%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine
21 years in practice
Experienced
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.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine (Class of 2005)
Mailing address
Po Box 843966, Kansas City, MO 64184-3966
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Abigail Kilpatrick Emerson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Abigail Kilpatrick Emerson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Columbia 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 Abigail Kilpatrick Emerson
NPI records show Dr. Emerson as active with telehealth listed in Columbia, MO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (573) 884-2356.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1000 W Nifong Blvd Bldg 3, Ste. 130, Columbia, MO 65203-5615
Mailing Address
Po Box 843966, Kansas City, MO 64184-3966
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