Cynthia M Stonnington, M.D
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Cynthia M Stonnington is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Scottsdale, AZ with over 40 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across AZ can see Cynthia M Stonnington, M.D in person in Scottsdale or via virtual visit — no travel required. She graduated from Mayo Medical School in 1986 and has 40+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, mood disorders, and depression (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 78.59/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 26% of reporting doctors in Arizona
- Uses generic medications more than 82% of reporting doctors in Arizona
- Federal MIPS score higher than 29% of MIPS-scored doctors in Arizona
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2096dNPPES updated 2020-09-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Arizona Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202378.59/100
Arizona avg: 77.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-5 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.49%
Arizona avg: 6.7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.6 pts)
3.49% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.1%
Arizona avg: 84.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.3 pts)
Better than 82% of reporting doctors in ArizonaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
179
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
119
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
573
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $42k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,247 reporting peers in Arizona.
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 High Cholesterol, Mood Disorders, and Depression.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
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%↑ More patients than average (+37%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+35%) — 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 (-4%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — 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 · 1986
Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 2, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
Mayo Medical School (Class of 1986)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 100068
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Cynthia M Stonnington
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Cynthia M Stonnington for cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups, depression management — no travel to Scottsdale 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 Cynthia M Stonnington
Dr. Stonnington is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Scottsdale, AZ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (480) 301-8000.
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
13400 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85259-5404
Mailing Address
13400 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85259-5404
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