Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Alton Hunter, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Columbia, TN
- NPI 1801849062
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1050 N James M Campbell Blvd Ste 200
Columbia, TN 384012754
(931) 381-2663
fax (931) 490-1369 - Mailing address
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Po Box 306556
Nashville, TN 372306556
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 9, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #26138
- Medicaid
- TN #3086888
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1801849062. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,395
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$210,104
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
73130 |
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views | 505 | 322 | $33 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 379 | 293 | $117 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 273 | 211 | $83 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 177 | 116 | $46 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 170 | 134 | $7 | |
73110 |
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | 108 | 79 | $37 | |
95886 |
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study | 107 | 54 | $88 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 103 | 103 | $152 | |
26055 |
Incision of tendon covering of finger | 70 | 43 | $191 | |
64721 |
Release and/or relocation of hand nerve | 60 | 57 | $338 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Columbia Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 173. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,401
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arthrex, INC. | 4 | $1,380.61 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $20.75 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
470
Patients
304
Total drug cost
$4,029
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 186 | 160 | $1,489 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 72 | 52 | $752 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 54 | 23 | $622 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 43 | 21 | $211 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 35 | 33 | $111 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 24 | 15 | $193 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 15 | 0 | $74 |
| Sulindac | Generic | 15 | 0 | $407 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 13 | 0 | $87 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $83 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Alton Hunter's medical specialty?
Dr. Alton Hunter practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Columbia, TN.
Where does Dr. Alton Hunter practice?
Dr. Alton Hunter practices at 1050 N James M Campbell Blvd Ste 200, Columbia, TN 384012754. Office phone: 9313812663.
What is Dr. Alton Hunter's NPI?
Dr. Alton Hunter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801849062, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Alton Hunter accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Alton Hunter accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Alton Hunter commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS 73130); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.