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TIMOTHY J HUNTER MD
NPI 1538268487
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Augusta, GA

Active since September 21, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
90.8/100
CMS Quality Rating
820 SAINT SEBASTIAN WAY, SUITE 6 - B, AUGUSTA, GA 30901(706) 722-8242(706) 722-8351 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 16, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Timothy J Hunter Md NPPES

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

TIMOTHY J HUNTER MD (NPI 1538268487) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Augusta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (066702) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, and is a graduate of Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538268487
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameTIMOTHY J HUNTERCredential: MD
Location Address820 SAINT SEBASTIAN WAY, SUITE 6 - BAugusta, GA 30901-2643
Mailing AddressP O Box 1524Augusta, GA 30903-1524 · (706) 722-8242 · Fax (706) 722-8351
Phone(706) 722-8242
Fax(706) 722-8351
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWarren Alpert Medical School Of Brown UniversityGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateSeptember 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 16, 2016
✔ NPI 1538268487 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 066702
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
820 SAINT SEBASTIAN WAY, Augusta, GA 30901
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPING58570
Other202I336701GA · Medicare Ptan

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Timothy J Hunter Md 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 ID5092765297
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110829000600
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 5

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.

Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
26 services26 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
26 services26 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
22 services22 patients
Coronary artery bypass using vein or artery graft, 2 grafts 33518
A coronary artery bypass with 2 grafts is a surgery to improve blood flow to your heart. A surgeon takes a healthy vein or artery from your body and attaches it to the blocked coronary artery. This creates a new path for blood to flow, bypassing the blockage.
17 services17 patients
Replacement of aortic valve on heart-lung machine 33405
The aortic valve replacement on a heart-lung machine is a procedure where your faulty aortic valve is replaced with a new one. During this operation, a machine takes over the job of your heart and lungs, ensuring the blood supply to your body is maintained.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Piedmont Augusta Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Augusta, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110028
Location1350 Walton WayAugusta, GA 30901 · Richmond County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Aiken Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Aiken, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420082
Location302 University ParkwayAiken, SC 29801 · Aiken County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30901 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
$164.04 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $41.01 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$66.89 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $16.72 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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.

90.8/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability98
Improvement Activities20

Reported Quality Measures

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
8%60 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

C & C MD PC
Anesthesiology
820 SAINT SEBASTIAN WAY, SUITE 8A
AUGUSTA, GA 30901
Richmond County (706) 396-6325
DR. JOHN RICHARD HODGES JR. M. D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
820 SAINT SEBASTIAN WAY, SUITE5B
AUGUSTA, GA 30901
Richmond County (706) 722-2400
UMG CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY LLC
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
820 SAINT SEBASTIAN WAY, STE. 6- B POB1
AUGUSTA, GA 30901
Richmond County (706) 722-8242
ACUTE CARE CONSULTANTS, INC
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
820 SAINT SEBASTIAN WAY, STE 6F
AUGUSTA, GA 30901
Richmond County (706) 854-1100
ARTHRITIS & RHEUMATISM CARE PC
Clinic/Center (Medical Specialty)
820 SAINT SEBASTIAN WAY, POB 1 5A
AUGUSTA, GA 30901
Richmond County (706) 722-4378
UNIVERSITY PRIMARY CARE
Internal Medicine
820 SAINT SEBASTIAN WAY, 4C
AUGUSTA, GA 30901
Richmond County (706) 774-5995
DR. CHARLES LEWIS SPURR JR. M. D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
820 SAINT SEBASTIAN WAY, SUITE 5B
AUGUSTA, GA 30901
Richmond County (706) 722-2400
BARRINGTON BAGWELL RN
Registered Nurse
820 SAINT SEBASTIAN WAY, STE. # 4C
AUGUSTA, GA 30901
Richmond County (706) 774-5995

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 Timothy Hunter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Timothy Hunter is 1538268487. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 21, 2006.

Where is Timothy Hunter located?

Timothy Hunter practices at 820 Saint Sebastian Way Suite 6 - B, Augusta, GA 30901. The listed phone number is (706) 722-8242.

What is Timothy Hunter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Timothy Hunter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Timothy Hunter 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 Timothy Hunter accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 1 other insurer list Timothy Hunter 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 Timothy Hunter affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Timothy Hunter is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital and Aiken Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Timothy Hunter was last updated on November 16, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.