Douglas Hunt, M.D.
NPI 1851583058 · Gastroenterology Physician · La Jolla, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Douglas Hunt, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in La Jolla, CA (NPI 1851583058).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851583058
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A102561 (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
18 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
1,214 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 214 | $5 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 189 | $252 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 114 | $77 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 92 | $90 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 92 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 182 | 180 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 135 | 37 |
| Omeprazole | 39 | 13 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 34 | 13 |
| Famotidine | 29 | — |
| Levofloxacin | 23 | 20 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 19 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$321 across 16 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
- 2007-08-13
- Last updated
- 2024-05-09
- Certified
- 2024-05-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Douglas Hunt's NPI number?
- Douglas Hunt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851583058, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Douglas Hunt's specialty?
- Douglas Hunt is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Douglas Hunt located?
- Douglas Hunt's practice location on file with NPPES is 9898 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037-1205.
- What is Douglas Hunt's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Douglas Hunt is (858) 824-5000.
- Does Douglas Hunt accept Medicare?
- Douglas Hunt is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Douglas Hunt's NPI active?
- Yes — Douglas Hunt's NPI (1851583058) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.