Carol A Hector, M.D.
Carol A Hector is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Alpharetta, GA with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 32 years in internal medicine, Carol a Hector, M.D. is a long-established internist in Alpharetta. Trained at Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine (class of 1994), he has been practicing for over 32 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 92.5/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 47% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
3180 N Point Pkwy Ste 303, Alpharetta, GA 30005-4522
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 70% of doctors in Georgia on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202392.5/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.9 pts)
Better than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in GeorgiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.99%
Georgia avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Georgia0.99% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
177
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
268
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,028
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $152k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$405 received from industry
20 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Carol a Hector's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.80 / 1.00
High vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1994
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine (Class of 1994)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Carol a Hector
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Carol a Hector for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Alpharetta required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carol a Hector
Dr. Hector is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Alpharetta, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (678) 205-9004.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Carol a Hector
Practice Location
3180 N Point Pkwy Ste 303, Alpharetta, GA 30005-4522
Mailing Address
3180 N Point Pkwy Ste 303, Alpharetta, GA 30005-4522
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