Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Douglas Hunt, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · La Jolla, CA
- NPI 1851583058
- Accepts Medicare
- 20 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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9898 Genesee Ave
La Jolla, CA 920371205
(858) 824-5000 - Mailing address
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10790 Rancho Bernardo RD
San Diego, CA 921275705
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 9, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A102561
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1851583058. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
970
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$123,737
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G0500 |
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito | 150 | 147 | $5 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 145 | 144 | $257 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 112 | 110 | $81 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 91 | 87 | $60 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 78 | 67 | $137 | |
43264 |
Removal of stone or debris from bile or pancreatic duct using a flexible endoscope | 44 | 38 | $171 | |
43259 |
Ultrasound exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 42 | 42 | $197 | |
43262 |
Incision of pancreatic outlet using a flexible endoscope | 35 | 34 | $35 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 35 | 20 | $82 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 34 | 32 | $134 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in La Jolla Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 57. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$321
Transactions
16
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 6 | $102.03 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 2 | $49.83 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 2 | $48.76 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 2 | $39.57 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 1 | $29.84 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 1 | $19.35 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $16.12 | |
| Evoke Pharma, INC. | 1 | $15.23 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
543
Patients
297
Total drug cost
$163,654
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 150 | 147 | $10,743 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 141 | 46 | $4,038 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 49 | 49 | $938 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 49 | 19 | $1,034 |
| Creon (Lipase/Protease/Amylase) | Brand | 42 | 0 | $109,444 |
| Clenpiq (Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Ac) | Brand | 21 | 20 | $3,767 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 20 | 16 | $71 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 16 | 0 | $1,219 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 16 | 0 | $235 |
| Lubiprostone | Generic | 16 | 0 | $4,168 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Douglas Hunt's medical specialty?
Dr. Douglas Hunt practices Gastroenterology Physician in La Jolla, CA.
Where does Dr. Douglas Hunt practice?
Dr. Douglas Hunt practices at 9898 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA 920371205. Office phone: 8588245000.
What is Dr. Douglas Hunt's NPI?
Dr. Douglas Hunt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851583058, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Douglas Hunt accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Douglas Hunt accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Douglas Hunt commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito (HCPCS G0500); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.