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Dr. Althea Gunther
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Norfolk, VA
- NPI 1598206781
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 93.2 / 100 · 2023
- 9 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
825 Fairfax Ave, Suite 610
Norfolk, VA 235071914
(757) 446-5955
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 12, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2017 — 9 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Virginia #0101270781
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1598206781. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
386
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$31,006
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 145 | 111 | $125 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 67 | 60 | $88 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 46 | 37 | $10 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 45 | 45 | $126 | |
82962 |
Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument | 42 | 35 | $3 | |
G0444 |
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 41 | 41 | $18 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 31 peers in Norfolk Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 85. This provider delivers 4.5× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
832
Patients
240
Total drug cost
$11,130
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 141 | 43 | $1,785 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 101 | 32 | $1,285 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 72 | 21 | $647 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 62 | 14 | $288 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 60 | 21 | $168 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 52 | 23 | $822 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 47 | 14 | $1,799 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 44 | 19 | $703 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 40 | 13 | $322 |
| Metformin Hcl ER (Metformin Hcl) | Brand | 40 | 12 | $359 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Althea Gunther's medical specialty?
Dr. Althea Gunther practices Family Medicine Physician in Norfolk, VA.
Where does Dr. Althea Gunther practice?
Dr. Althea Gunther practices at 825 Fairfax Ave, Norfolk, VA 235071914. Office phone: 7574465955.
What is Dr. Althea Gunther's NPI?
Dr. Althea Gunther's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598206781, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Althea Gunther accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Althea Gunther accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Althea Gunther 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); Hemoglobin a1c level (HCPCS 83036). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.