Jacob Hunt Rinker, M.D.
Jacob Hunt Rinker is a Surgery specialist based in Gillette, WY with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Jacob Hunt Rinker, M.D. has practiced surgery for 15+ years, working in independent practice. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 2011 and has 15+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 76.12/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 16% of reporting doctors in Wyoming
- Federal MIPS score higher than 35% of MIPS-scored doctors in Wyoming
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
51 Town Center Dr Ste 120, Gillette, WY 82718-5521
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202376.12/100
Wyoming avg: 81.1 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-7.5 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better21.25%
Wyoming avg: 7.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+16.1 pts)
21.25% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better81.9%
Wyoming avg: 87.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.9 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
257
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
71
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
160
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $15k
Percentile rankings compared against 74 reporting peers in Wyoming.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$5.1k received from industry
23 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Jacob Hunt Rinker's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2011
University of Washington School of Medicine
Board certified · Oct 7, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
15 years in practice
Experienced
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
University of Washington School of Medicine (Class of 2011)
Mailing address
Po Box 1805, Gillette, WY 82717-1805
Differs from practice location
Virtual Surgery Care With Jacob Hunt Rinker
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Jacob Hunt Rinker for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Gillette 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 Jacob Hunt Rinker
Dr. Rinker is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Gillette, WY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (307) 682-9962.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Jacob Hunt Rinker
Practice Location
51 Town Center Dr Ste 120, Gillette, WY 82718-5521
Mailing Address
Po Box 1805, Gillette, WY 82717-1805
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