Hunter J Underwood, MD

Surgery

Hunter J Underwood is a Surgery specialist based in Ann Arbor, MI with over 11 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(734) 936-4000Ann Arbor, MI
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Hunter J Underwood, MD specializes in surgery, serving patients in Ann Arbor, MI in group practice. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 2015 and has 11+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

1 of 64 Surgery providers in MISee all Surgery in Ann Arbor11+ years experienceNPI since 2015

Older · 1220dNPPES updated 2023-01-20 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1500 E Medical Center Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5000

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

70.2%

Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-12.6 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

84

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

24

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

47

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $721

Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-14%)56%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here

Arthritis
49%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%
Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+12%)42%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+4%)38%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
25%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+5%)23%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Lower than avg (-11%)21%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Community Context

Social Vulnerability Index: 0.85 / 1.00

High vulnerability

He 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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2015

    Indiana University School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Jan 19, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 11 years in practice

    Established

SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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.

Taxonomy: 208600000X

Education & Training

Indiana University School of Medicine (Class of 2015)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

3621 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108-1633

Differs from practice location

Virtual Surgery Care With Hunter J Underwood

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Hunter J Underwood for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Ann Arbor 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 Hunter J Underwood

Dr. Underwood is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Ann Arbor, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (734) 936-4000.

Verified across 6 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.

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