William R. Hunt, M.D.
Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine
William R. Hunt is a Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Atlanta, GA with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: CRITICAL CARE (INTENSIVISTS)
William R. Hunt, M.D. has been part of the Atlanta medical community since 2007 in independent practice. A University of South Carolina School of Medicine graduate since 2006, he brings 20+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, COPD, and high cholesterol. CMS MIPS quality score: 92.26/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 44% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3825dNPPES updated 2015-12-04 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1365 Clifton Rd Ne Building a - Room 3244, Atlanta, GA 30322-1013
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Georgia.
MIPS Score
202392.26/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.7 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in GeorgiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better43.9%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-38.9 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
68
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
87
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,264
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $10.27M
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
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, COPD, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+46%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — 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 (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$17 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to William R. Hunt's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
University of South Carolina School of Medicine
20 years in practice
Experienced
Pulmonologists specialize in respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea, and lung cancer screening. They manage patients on ventilators and perform bronchoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RP1001X
Education & Training
University of South Carolina School of Medicine (Class of 2006)
Mailing address
550 Peachtree St Ne Tec Medical Office Tower, Atlanta, GA 30308-2212
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pulmonary Disease Care With William R. Hunt
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with William R. Hunt for blood pressure monitoring, COPD management, cholesterol management — no travel to Atlanta 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 William R. Hunt
NPI records show Dr. Hunt as active with telehealth listed in Atlanta, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (404) 778-7965.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact William R. Hunt
Practice Location
1365 Clifton Rd Ne Building a - Room 3244, Atlanta, GA 30322-1013
Mailing Address
550 Peachtree St Ne Tec Medical Office Tower, Atlanta, GA 30308-2212
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