DR. DARREN JAMES HUNT M.D.
NPI 1316153604
Surgery in Chattanooga, TN

Active since May 15, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.7/100
CMS Quality Rating
979 E 3RD ST STE 300, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403(423) 267-0466(423) 757-0770 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 18, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Darren James Hunt M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. DARREN JAMES HUNT M.D. (NPI 1316153604) is an individual surgery provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (47614) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Adventhealth Gordon, and is a graduate of Mercer University School Of Medicine (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316153604
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. DARREN JAMES HUNTCredential: M.D.
Location Address979 E 3RD ST STE 300Chattanooga, TN 37403-2187
Mailing Address979 E 3rd St Ste 300Chattanooga, TN 37403-2187 · (423) 267-0466 · Fax (423) 757-0770
Fax(423) 757-0770
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMercer University School Of MedicineGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateMay 15, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 18, 2019
NPI 1316153604 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses Licensed in TN · 47614 Licensed in GA · 67650
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Also ListedSurgery · Surgical Critical CareTaxonomy 2086S0102X · License MD47614 (TN)
979 E 3RD ST STE 300, Chattanooga, TN 37403

Other Identifiers 4

MedicaidQ006014TN
Medicaid003124806CGA
Other6016088TN · Bcbs
Medicaid161522AL

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Darren James Hunt M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID840455374
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140522002454
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
215 services107 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
214 services106 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
97 services95 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
53 services50 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
24 services24 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
24 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Adventhealth Gordon

Acute Care Hospitals · Calhoun, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number110023
Location1035 Red Bud RoadCalhoun, GA 30701 · Gordon County
Birthing friendly

Erlanger Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Chattanooga, TN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number440104
Location975 E 3rd StChattanooga, TN 37403 · Hamilton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tennova Health Care-Cleveland

Acute Care Hospitals · Cleveland, TN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number440185
Location2305 Chambliss Ave NWCleveland, TN 37311 · Bradley County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37403 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$81.53 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $20.38 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.01 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

94.7/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality89.41
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Surgery
979 E 3RD ST STE 300
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Surgery (Pediatric Surgery)
979 E 3RD ST STE 300
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Colon & Rectal Surgery
979 E 3RD ST STE 300
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Surgery
979 E 3RD ST STE 300
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Surgery
979 E 3RD ST STE 300
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
979 E 3RD ST STE 300
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Surgery
979 E 3RD ST STE 300
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Darren Hunt's NPI number?

The NPI number for Darren Hunt is 1316153604. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 15, 2007.

Where is Darren Hunt located?

Darren Hunt practices at 979 E 3rd St Ste 300, Chattanooga, TN 37403. The listed phone number is (423) 267-0466.

What is Darren Hunt's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Darren Hunt enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Darren Hunt is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Darren Hunt accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 3 other insurers list Darren Hunt as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Darren Hunt affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Darren Hunt is affiliated with Adventhealth Gordon, Erlanger Medical Center and Tennova Health Care-Cleveland.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Darren Hunt was last updated on February 18, 2019. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.