Benjamin Hunter, M.D.
NPI 1477181873 · Family Medicine Physician · Somerville, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Hunter, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Somerville, NJ (NPI 1477181873).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477181873
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A200638 (CA)
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
6 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,824 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 | 260 | $99 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 245 | $10 |
| Lactate Dehydrogenase (enzyme) Level83615 | 242 | $6 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 227 | $8 |
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Automated81001 | 168 | $3 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 136 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 49 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 129 | 114 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 91 | 78 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 87 | 86 |
| Losartan Potassium | 81 | 72 |
| Azithromycin | 81 | 80 |
| Metformin Hcl | 71 | 61 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$432 across 20 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2020-03-31
- Last updated
- 2026-02-10
- Certified
- 2026-02-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Hunter's NPI number?
- Benjamin Hunter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477181873, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Hunter's specialty?
- Benjamin Hunter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Hunter located?
- Benjamin Hunter's practice location on file with NPPES is 110 Rehill Ave, Somerville, NJ 08876-2519.
- What is Benjamin Hunter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Hunter is (908) 685-2899.
- Does Benjamin Hunter accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Hunter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Hunter's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Hunter's NPI (1477181873) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.