CMS.gov Data MCP Server for CursorGive Cursor instant access to 8 tools to Get Dataset Metadata, Get Doctor By Npi, Get Hospital Ratings, and more

Name: CMS.gov Data
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Author: Vinkius

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{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cmsgov-data": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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About CMS.gov Data MCP Server

Connect to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) open data platform and query the US government's most comprehensive healthcare database.

Cursor's Agent mode turns CMS.gov Data into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from CMS.gov Data and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 8 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Provider Search — Search 2.4 million+ Medicare-enrolled doctors and clinicians by name, specialty, or location, with NPI numbers and practice addresses
Hospital Intelligence — Query hospital quality star ratings (1-5), types (Acute Care, Critical Access), and emergency services availability across all 50 states
Nursing Home Lookup — Search skilled nursing facilities and long-term care homes with quality ratings and provider details
Open Data Catalog — Browse and retrieve metadata from hundreds of CMS open datasets covering Medicare utilization, prescription drugs, and healthcare spending

The CMS.gov Data MCP Server exposes 8 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor in under two minutes — credentials fully managed, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

All 8 CMS.gov Data tools available for Cursor

When Cursor connects to CMS.gov Data through Vinkius, your AI agent gets direct access to every tool listed below — spanning public-health, medicaid, provider-data, and more. Every call runs in a secure, isolated environment with full audit visibility. Beyond a simple connection, you get real-time monitoring of agent activity, enterprise governance, and optimized token usage.

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Get dataset metadata on CMS.gov Data

Returns the dataset title, full description, publication date, last modification date, and publisher information. Use the dataset ID obtained from list_datasets. Get detailed metadata for a specific CMS dataset

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Get doctor by npi on CMS.gov Data

Returns the provider's full name, primary and secondary specialties, practice address, city, state, ZIP code, and Medicare enrollment status. NPI is a unique 10-digit number (e.g. "1234567890"). Get detailed provider information by NPI number

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Get hospital ratings on CMS.gov Data

Filter by US state code (e.g. "CA", "NY", "TX") to see hospitals in that state. Returns overall ratings (1-5 stars), hospital type, and emergency services. Without a state filter, returns top-rated hospitals nationwide. Get hospital quality ratings, optionally by state

list

List datasets on CMS.gov Data

gov. Returns dataset identifiers, titles, descriptions, publication dates, and last-modified timestamps. The CMS data catalog includes datasets on Medicare utilization, hospital quality measures, provider enrollment, prescription drugs, and more. List available CMS open data datasets

Search doctors on CMS.gov Data

Accepts names, specialties, cities, or states. Returns NPI numbers, full names, primary specialty, practice addresses, and Medicare enrollment IDs. The database covers 2.4 million+ active providers across the United States. Search for doctors and clinicians enrolled in Medicare

Search hospitals on CMS.gov Data

Accepts hospital names, cities, or states. Returns provider IDs, hospital names, types (Acute Care, Critical Access, etc.), overall quality ratings (1-5 stars), locations, and emergency services availability. Search for hospitals by name or location

Search nursing homes on CMS.gov Data

Returns facility names, provider IDs, locations, and overall quality ratings. Useful for finding elder care facilities in a specific area. Search nursing homes and long-term care facilities

Search providers by specialty on CMS.gov Data

Examples: "Cardiology", "Internal Medicine", "Orthopedic Surgery", "Family Practice", "Dermatology", "Psychiatry". Returns matching providers with their NPI, name, practice location, and enrollment details. Search for healthcare providers by medical specialty

Connect CMS.gov Data to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to wire CMS.gov Data into Cursor. The entire setup takes under two minutes — your credentials stay safe behind Vinkius.

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server

Start using CMS.gov Data

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using CMS.gov Data, help me...". 8 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the CMS.gov Data MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with CMS.gov Data through the Model Context Protocol.

Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards

MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

CMS.gov Data + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the CMS.gov Data MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP

Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically

Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates

Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data

Example Prompts for CMS.gov Data in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with CMS.gov Data immediately.

"Search for cardiologists in New York using CMS.gov data."

"List top-rated hospitals in California according to CMS data."

"Get details for the provider with NPI 1234567890 from CMS."

Troubleshooting CMS.gov Data MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting CMS.gov Data to Cursor through Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

CMS.gov Data + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating CMS.gov Data MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.