Joe W Hunt, MD
Joe W Hunt is a Family Medicine specialist based in Ripley, TN with over 45 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
Joe W Hunt, MD has practiced family medicine for 45+ years, working in independent practice. Trained at University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine (class of 1981), he has been practicing for over 45 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 65% of reporting doctors in Tennessee
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2063dNPPES updated 2020-09-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
202 Tucker Ave, Ripley, TN 38063-1631
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1981
University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 28, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
45 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine (Class of 1981)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Joe W Hunt
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joe W Hunt for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Ripley required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joe W Hunt
NPI records show Dr. Hunt as active with telehealth listed in Ripley, TN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (731) 635-4741.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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