Scott A. Riggins, MD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Scott A. Riggins is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Billings, MT with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: SLEEP MEDICINE
Scott a. Riggins, MD practices as part of a group neurology psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Billings, MT. Trained at Loma Linda University School of Medicine (class of 1996), he has been practicing for over 30 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 94.31/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 56% of reporting doctors in Montana
- Uses generic medications more than 26% of reporting doctors in Montana
- Federal MIPS score higher than 69% of MIPS-scored doctors in Montana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1551dNPPES updated 2022-02-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Montana Board of Medical Examiners
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Montana, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202394.31/100
Montana avg: 84.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.7 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in MontanaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.1%
Montana avg: 7.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Montana1.1% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better83.8%
Montana avg: 85 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
486
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
252
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,095
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $834k
Percentile rankings compared against 214 reporting peers in Montana.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
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 (-15%) — less common here
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%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$66 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to Scott a. Riggins's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 21, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Loma Linda University School of Medicine (Class of 1996)
Mailing address
Po Box 35100, Billings, MT 59107-5100
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Scott a. Riggins
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Scott a. Riggins for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Billings 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 Scott a. Riggins
NPI records show Dr. Riggins as active with telehealth listed in Billings, MT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (406) 238-2500.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
801 N 29th St, Billings, MT 59101-0905
Mailing Address
Po Box 35100, Billings, MT 59107-5100
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