Hunter Champion, M.D.
NPI 1285683755 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Columbus, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Hunter Champion, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Columbus, GA (NPI 1285683755).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1285683755
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D62166 (MD)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
9,112 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Analysis of Central Arterial Pressure With Review By Physician93050 | 1,753 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,437 | $120 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 1,303 | $12 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 1,286 | $178 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 1,014 | $77 |
| Test to Measure Rate of Airflow94375 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 83 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Macitentanbrand: Opsumit | 1,254 | 127 |
| Riociguatbrand: Adempas | 1,077 | 110 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 815 | 258 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 815 | 255 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 761 | 166 |
| Carvedilol | 748 | 217 |
| Furosemide | 747 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$283,893 across 298 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)
- 2300 Manchester ExpySuite H 104Columbus, GA 31904-6802Phone: (706) 243-4500Fax: (706) 243-4503
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-10
- Last updated
- 2018-03-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hunter Champion's NPI number?
- Hunter Champion's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285683755, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Hunter Champion's specialty?
- Hunter Champion is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Hunter Champion located?
- Hunter Champion's practice location on file with NPPES is 2121 Warm Springs Rd, Columbus, GA 31904-7955.
- What is Hunter Champion's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Hunter Champion is (706) 243-4500.
- Does Hunter Champion accept Medicare?
- Hunter Champion is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Hunter Champion's NPI active?
- Yes — Hunter Champion's NPI (1285683755) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-03-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.