Deborah Kullerd, MD
Deborah Kullerd, MD has been part of the Spearfish medical community since 2006 in group practice. Trained at University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas (class of 1989), she has been practicing for over 37 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 97.58/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 42% of reporting doctors in South Dakota
- Uses generic medications more than 52% of reporting doctors in South Dakota
- Federal MIPS score higher than 74% of MIPS-scored doctors in South Dakota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4837dNPPES updated 2013-02-06 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1420 N 10th St, Spearfish, SD 57783
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 74% of doctors in South Dakota on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202397.58/100
South Dakota avg: 83.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14 pts)
Better than 74% of MIPS-scored doctors in South DakotaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.22%
South Dakota avg: 6.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in South Dakota1.22% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.8%
South Dakota avg: 80.6 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in South DakotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
77
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
208
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,053
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $159k
Percentile rankings compared against 117 reporting peers in South Dakota.
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, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+30%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$35 received from industry
3 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Deborah Kullerd's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1989
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas (Class of 1989)
Mailing address
353 Fairmont Blvd Atten Medical Staff Services, Rapid City, SD 57701-6000
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Deborah Kullerd
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Deborah Kullerd for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Spearfish 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 Deborah Kullerd
Dr. Kullerd is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Spearfish, SD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (605) 642-8414.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Deborah Kullerd
Practice Location
1420 N 10th St, Spearfish, SD 57783
Mailing Address
353 Fairmont Blvd Atten Medical Staff Services, Rapid City, SD 57701-6000
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