Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Paula Hunter, PA-C
Physician Assistant · Medical Physician Assistant · Arden, NC
- NPI 1588695381
- Accepts Medicare
- 30 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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15 Skyland Inn Dr
Arden, NC 287047714
(828) 681-5327 - Mailing address
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Po Box 1869
Fletcher, NC 287321869
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 21, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1996 — 30 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #102232
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1588695381. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
411
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$21,954
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 129 | 75 | $78 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 84 | 60 | $53 | |
G0442 |
Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 53 | 53 | $8 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 52 | 52 | $103 | |
G0444 |
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 51 | 51 | $8 | |
G0446 |
Annual, face-to-face intensive behavioral therapy for cardiovascular disease, individual, 15 minutes | 16 | 16 | $19 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 15 | 15 | $62 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 11 | 11 | $7 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 12 peers in this city , average services per provider: 89. This provider delivers 4.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$659
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen Inc. | 3 | $383.46 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 1 | $125.00 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 1 | $103.58 | |
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 1 | $47.45 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
920
Patients
263
Total drug cost
$60,335
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 153 | 50 | $1,967 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 79 | 24 | $1,189 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 74 | 20 | $703 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 69 | 19 | $331 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 67 | 24 | $448 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 62 | 19 | $898 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | Generic | 61 | 17 | $1,090 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 58 | 15 | $376 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 51 | 18 | $946 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 46 | 15 | $579 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paula Hunter's medical specialty?
Dr. Paula Hunter practices Physician Assistant in Arden, NC.
Where does Dr. Paula Hunter practice?
Dr. Paula Hunter practices at 15 Skyland Inn Dr, Arden, NC 287047714. Office phone: 8286815327.
What is Dr. Paula Hunter's NPI?
Dr. Paula Hunter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588695381, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paula Hunter accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paula Hunter accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paula Hunter commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes (HCPCS G0442). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.