Melissa Anne Cunningham, MD/PHD

Rheumatology Internal Medicine

Melissa Anne Cunningham is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Charleston, SC with over 20 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(843) 792-1414Charleston, SC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Melissa Anne Cunningham, MD/PHD has been part of the Charleston medical community since 2006 in group practice. Trained at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine (class of 2006), she has been practicing for over 20 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).

1 of 33 Internal Medicine providers in SCSee all Internal Medicine in Charleston20+ years experienceNPI since 2006

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Contact & Location

Practice Location

171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425-8908

Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
73%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

Arthritis
70%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

High Cholesterol
59%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Chronic Kidney Disease
32%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

Mood Disorders
28%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
26%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

Diabetes
25%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

Osteoporosis
25%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2006

    Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Oct 7, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 20 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.

Taxonomy: 207RR0500X

Education & Training

Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine (Class of 2006)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 751461, Charlotte, NC 28275-1461

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Melissa Anne Cunningham

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Melissa Anne Cunningham for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Charleston required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Melissa Anne Cunningham

NPI records show Dr. Cunningham as active with telehealth listed in Charleston, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (843) 792-1414.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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