Timothy Hunter, M.D.
NPI 1861491771 · Internal Medicine Physician · Little River, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Timothy Hunter, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Little River, SC (NPI 1861491771).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861491771
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 19026 (SC)
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
148 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 58 | $120 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 29 | $9 |
| Face-To-Face Behavioral Counseling for Obesity, 15 MinutesG0447 | 18 | $24 |
| Annual, Face-To-Face Intensive Behavioral Therapy for Cardiovascular Disease, Individual, 15 MinutesG0446 | 15 | $24 |
| Annual Alcohol Misuse Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0442 | 14 | $17 |
| Annual Depression Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0444 | 14 | $17 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 35 | 33 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 19 | 18 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 18 | 18 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 16 | 15 |
| Lisinopril | 16 | 14 |
| Losartan Potassium | 15 | 15 |
| Olmesartan Medoxomil |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$372 across 3 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)
- 4810 N Kings Hwy Fl 2Myrtle Beach, SC 29577-2558Phone: (843) 492-5009Fax: (843) 492-5012
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-21
- Last updated
- 2023-09-15
- Certified
- 2023-09-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Timothy Hunter's NPI number?
- Timothy Hunter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861491771, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Timothy Hunter's specialty?
- Timothy Hunter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Timothy Hunter located?
- Timothy Hunter's practice location on file with NPPES is 287 Highway 90 E Ste 6, Little River, SC 29566-7214.
- What is Timothy Hunter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Timothy Hunter is (843) 492-5009.
- Does Timothy Hunter accept Medicare?
- Timothy Hunter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Timothy Hunter's NPI active?
- Yes — Timothy Hunter's NPI (1861491771) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-09-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.