Thomas Hunter, MD
NPI 1871702530 · Ophthalmology Physician · Durham, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Hunter, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Durham, NC (NPI 1871702530).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871702530
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2007-00589 (NC)
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
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
1,607 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 422 | $83 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 316 | $33 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 250 | $117 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 245 | $58 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 127 | $417 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 110 | $35 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,324 | 334 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 686 | 206 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 522 | 149 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 299 | 178 |
| Timolol Maleate | 215 | 63 |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa | 154 | 50 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 97 | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$204 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
- 2007-05-21
- Last updated
- 2024-12-29
- Certified
- 2024-12-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Hunter's NPI number?
- Thomas Hunter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871702530, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Hunter's specialty?
- Thomas Hunter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Hunter located?
- Thomas Hunter's practice location on file with NPPES is 2100 Erwin St, Durham, NC 27710-0001.
- What is Thomas Hunter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Hunter is (919) 684-8111.
- Does Thomas Hunter accept Medicare?
- Thomas Hunter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Hunter's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Hunter's NPI (1871702530) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-12-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.