Steven R Hunt, MD
Steven R Hunt is a Colon & Rectal Surgery specialist based in Saint Louis, MO with over 29 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GENERAL SURGERY
Steven R Hunt, MD has practiced colon & rectal surgery for 29+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine in 1997 and has 29+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 79.29/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 60% of reporting doctors in Missouri
- Federal MIPS score higher than 34% of MIPS-scored doctors in Missouri
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
4500 Forest Park Ave Div Surg Colon/Rectal, 5th Fl, Saint Louis, MO 63108-2114
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202379.29/100
Missouri avg: 81.2 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.3 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better6.24%
Missouri avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+1.1 pts)
6.24% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.2%
Missouri avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MissouriHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
318
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
205
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
529
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $22k
Percentile rankings compared against 912 reporting peers in Missouri.
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 Cancer.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+30%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$11.0k received from industry
17 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 Steven R Hunt's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1997
Stanford University School of Medicine
29 years in practice
Experienced
A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.
Taxonomy: 208C00000X
Education & Training
Stanford University School of Medicine (Class of 1997)
Mailing address
Po Box 7412011, Chicago, IL 60674-2011
Differs from practice location
Virtual Colon & Rectal Surgery Care With Steven R Hunt
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Steven R Hunt for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Saint Louis 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 Steven R Hunt
Dr. Hunt is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Saint Louis, MO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (314) 454-7177.
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 Steven R Hunt
Practice Location
4500 Forest Park Ave Div Surg Colon/Rectal, 5th Fl, Saint Louis, MO 63108-2114
Mailing Address
Po Box 7412011, Chicago, IL 60674-2011
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