Michael Hunter, M.D.
NPI 1346622040 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Newport Beach, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Hunter, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Newport Beach, CA (NPI 1346622040).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1346622040
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- LL38434 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
11 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
2,499 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 567 | $97 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 373 | $136 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 265 | $75 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 248 | $53 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 1 View73501 | 170 | $36 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 157 | $53 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | 289 | 219 |
| Celecoxib | 240 | 190 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 186 | 124 |
| Naloxone Hcl | 170 | 167 |
| Methocarbamol | 158 | 115 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 123 | 120 |
| Famotidine | 119 | 116 |
| Ondansetron Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$35,111 across 46 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)
- 701 Grove RdGreenville, SC 29605-4210Phone: (864) 455-7878Fax: (864) 455-7082
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-06-18
- Last updated
- 2024-02-14
- Certified
- 2024-02-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Hunter's NPI number?
- Michael Hunter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346622040, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Hunter's specialty?
- Michael Hunter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Hunter located?
- Michael Hunter's practice location on file with NPPES is 22 Corporate Plaza Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660-7985.
- What is Michael Hunter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Hunter is (949) 722-7038.
- Does Michael Hunter accept Medicare?
- Michael Hunter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Hunter's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Hunter's NPI (1346622040) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.