Erika D Driver-Dunckley, M.D.
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Erika D Driver-Dunckley is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Scottsdale, AZ with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 26 years in psychiatry & neurology, Erika D Driver-Dunckley, M.D. is a long-established neurology psychiatry & neurology specialist in Scottsdale. Trained at University of Arizona College of Medicine (class of 2000), she has been practicing for over 26 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 78.59/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 30% of reporting doctors in Arizona
- Uses generic medications more than 44% 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 · 2094dNPPES 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 = better2.81%
Arizona avg: 6.7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)
2.81% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.3%
Arizona avg: 84.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in ArizonaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
181
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
101
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
498
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $184k
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, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A progressive nervous system disorder affecting movement and coordination
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — 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 · 2000
University of Arizona College of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 2, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
26 years in practice
Experienced
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
University of Arizona College of Medicine (Class of 2000)
Mailing address
13400 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85259-5404
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 100068
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Erika D Driver-Dunckley
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Erika D Driver-Dunckley for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — 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 Erika D Driver-Dunckley
NPI records show Dr. Driver-Dunckley as active 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
Mailing Address
13400 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85259-5404
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