John Whitford Huffer, MD
John Whitford Huffer is an Urology specialist based in Juneau, AK with over 23 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
John Whitford Huffer, MD has practiced urology for 23+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver in 2003 and has 23+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 97.16/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 96% of MIPS-scored doctors in Alaska
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1446dNPPES updated 2022-06-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Alaska State Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3000 Vintage Blvd Ste 270, Juneau, AK 99801-7125
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 96% of doctors in Alaska on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202397.16/100
Alaska avg: 76.8 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.6 pts)
Top 4% of MIPS-scored doctors in AlaskaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.21%
Alaska avg: 7.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.1 pts)
5.21% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
536
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
233
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
825
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $145k
Percentile rankings compared against 253 reporting peers in Alaska.
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 (-8%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-22%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$22 received from industry
1 transaction 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 John Whitford Huffer's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2003
University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver
Board certified · Feb 27, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
23 years in practice
Experienced
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Taxonomy: 208800000X
Education & Training
University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver (Class of 2003)
Mailing address
Po Box 32798, Juneau, AK 99803-2798
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 070002
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Urology Care With John Whitford Huffer
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with John Whitford Huffer for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Juneau 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 John Whitford Huffer
NPI records show Dr. Huffer as active with telehealth listed in Juneau, AK. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (907) 586-1450.
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 John Whitford Huffer
Practice Location
3000 Vintage Blvd Ste 270, Juneau, AK 99801-7125
Mailing Address
Po Box 32798, Juneau, AK 99803-2798
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