Hunter Hood, MD
NPI 1164953485 · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Nashville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Hunter Hood, MD is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Nashville, TN (NPI 1164953485).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164953485
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 67821 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
321 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 136 | $118 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 68 | $152 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 50 | $83 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 38 | $66 |
| Replacement of Thigh Bone and Hip Joint With Prosthesis27130 | 16 | $1,153 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 200 | 85 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 107 | 59 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 88 | 50 |
| Mupirocin | 58 | 52 |
| Pregabalin | 42 | 25 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 31 | 29 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 30 | 18 |
| Celecoxib | 29 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,320 across 12 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 4921 Parkview PlSte 6a/6b/12aSaint Louis, MO 63110-1032Phone: (314) 747-2551Fax: (314) 747-2598
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-03-27
- Last updated
- 2026-03-04
- Certified
- 2026-03-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hunter Hood's NPI number?
- Hunter Hood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164953485, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Hunter Hood's specialty?
- Hunter Hood is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Hunter Hood located?
- Hunter Hood's practice location on file with NPPES is 3601 the Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232-1032.
- What is Hunter Hood's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Hunter Hood is (615) 322-5000.
- Does Hunter Hood accept Medicare?
- Hunter Hood is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Hunter Hood's NPI active?
- Yes — Hunter Hood's NPI (1164953485) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.