Charles Hunt, M.D.
NPI 1699784538 · Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician · Hoover, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Thoracic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Hunt, M.D. is a Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician provider in Hoover, AL (NPI 1699784538).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1699784538
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD39919 (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
19 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
885 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound Study of Arm Or Leg Veins With Compression and Maneuvers93970 | 260 | $168 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 146 | $85 |
| Laser Destruction of Incompetent Vein of Arm Or Leg Using Imaging Guidance36478 | 139 | $889 |
| Injection of Chemical Agent Into Multiple Incompetent Veins of Leg36471 | 101 | $112 |
| Injection of Chemical Agent Into Single Incompetent Vein of Leg Using Ultrasound Guidance36465 | 66 | $1,104 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 49 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 131 | 80 |
| Cephalexin | 39 | 28 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 21 | — |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 19 | 19 |
| Enoxaparin Sodium | 15 | — |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 14 | 11 |
| Methylprednisolone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$167 across 2 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
- 2006-08-07
- Last updated
- 2019-03-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Hunt's NPI number?
- Charles Hunt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699784538, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Hunt's specialty?
- Charles Hunt is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charles Hunt located?
- Charles Hunt's practice location on file with NPPES is 4721 Chace Cir, Hoover, AL 35244-3700.
- What is Charles Hunt's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Hunt is (205) 823-0151.
- Does Charles Hunt accept Medicare?
- Charles Hunt is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Hunt's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Hunt's NPI (1699784538) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-03-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.