DR. SCOTT R. HUNTER MD, MHS
NPI 1689942443
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Sylmar, CA

Q: What is the provider's specialty?

The provider's specialty is Psychiatry & Neurology with taxonomy code 2084P0800X and a focus in Psychiatry.

Active since December 08, 2011PECOS Enrolled

14659 OLIVE VIEW DR, SYLMAR, CA 91342(213) 330-6853 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 5, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: May 5, 2026, Apr 28, 2026, Jun 7, 2023 (3 updates tracked since 2023).

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NPI Profile Information
Primary Taxonomy
Secondary Taxonomies
Secondary Locations
Medicare Participation & PECOS Status
Physician Visit Costs
Other Providers Same Location
Frequently Asked Questions

Individual
Male
Psychiatry & Neurology
Psychiatry
PECOS Enrolled

About SCOTT HUNTER

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Scott Hunter, a provider established in Sylmar, California with a medical specialization in Psychiatry & Neurology, focusing in psychiatry . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1689942443 assigned on December 2011. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 2084P0800X with license number A123174 (CA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated May 2026.

NPI: 1689942443 Verify this NPI
Provider Name: DR. SCOTT R. HUNTER MD, MHS
Gender: Male
Entity Type: Individual
Location Address: 14659 OLIVE VIEW DR SYLMAR, CA 91342
Location Phone: (213) 330-6853
Mailing Address: 1223 WILSHIRE BLVD # 873 SANTA MONICA, CA 90403
Mailing Phone: (424) 272-0891
Mailing Fax: (888) 971-3714
Is Sole Proprietor?: Yes
Enumeration Date: 12-08-2011
Last Update Date: 05-05-2026
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A psychiatrist like Scott Hunter are primary mental health physicians diagnose and treat mental illnesses through psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, hospitalization and medication. Psychiatrist help patients find solutions through changes in their behavioral patterns, explorations of experiences, group and family therapy.

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Secondary Locations

12011 San Vicente Blvd Ste 250C
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(424) 272-0891

Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification: Psychiatry & Neurology Psychiatry
Taxonomy Code: 2084P0800X
Type: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.: A123174
License State: CA
Taxonomy Description: A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

Secondary Taxonomies

The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.

No.	Taxonomy Code	Type	Classification / Specialization	License No. (State)
1	2084A0401X	Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians	Psychiatry & Neurology Addiction Medicine	A123174 (CA)
2	2084P0804X	Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians	Psychiatry & Neurology Child & Adolescent Psychiatry	A123174 (CA)

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Scott Hunter is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: No
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): No
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Physician Visit Costs

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 91342 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99205

Average New Patient Price $187.6
Minimum New Patient Price $62.96
Maximum New Patient Price $187.6

Average New Patient Copayment $46.9
Minimum New Patient Copayment $15.74
Maximum New Patient Copayment $46.9

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213

Average Established Patient Price $77.96
Minimum Established Patient Price $20.84
Maximum Established Patient Price $153.61

Average Established Patient Copayment $19.49
Minimum Established Patient Copayment $5.21
Maximum Established Patient Copayment $38.4

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.