Joseph Hunter, MD
NPI 1174504237 · Family Medicine Physician · Albemarle, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Hunter, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Albemarle, NC (NPI 1174504237).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174504237
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9900256 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,020 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 745 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 279 | $87 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 218 | $126 |
| Blood Test, Clotting Time85610 | 216 | $4 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 138 | $14 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 119 | $2 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 233 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,325 | 340 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 1,173 | 286 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 873 | 185 |
| Omeprazole | 843 | 190 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 719 | 175 |
| Gabapentin | 676 | 138 |
| Lisinopril |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (4)
- 269 S Main StNorwood, NC 28128-6435Phone: (980) 323-5470
- 112 E 1st StOakboro, NC 28129-9715Phone: (980) 323-5240
- 243 N Highway 49Richfield, NC 28137-5731Phone: (980) 323-5520
- 835 Albemarle RdTroy, NC 27371-8682Phone: (910) 572-2309
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-07
- Last updated
- 2024-07-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Hunter's NPI number?
- Joseph Hunter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174504237, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Hunter's specialty?
- Joseph Hunter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Hunter located?
- Joseph Hunter's practice location on file with NPPES is 105 Yadkin St, Albemarle, NC 28001-3449.
- What is Joseph Hunter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Hunter is (980) 323-5360.
- Does Joseph Hunter accept Medicare?
- Joseph Hunter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Hunter's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Hunter's NPI (1174504237) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.