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Dr. Peter Hunt, MD

Hixson, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hunt, Otolaryngologist in Hixson, TN?

    Dr. Peter Hunt, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Hixson, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hunt graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hunt is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hunt’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hunt’s office at (423) 267-6738.

    Where did Dr. Hunt go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Baylor College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine | Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hunt board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Hunt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hunt speak?

    Dr. Hunt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Hunt treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Hunt diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Hunt. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Blocked Right Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax
    • Impacted Earwax Right Ear
    • Excessive Right Earwax
    • Right Earwax Impaction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
    • H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear
    • H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergy
    • Chronic allergy symptoms
    • Allergic reactions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3089: Other allergic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Ear Disorder in Both Ears
    • Ear Disorder
    • Bilateral Ear Condition
    • Both Ear Problems
    • Aural Disorder Bilateral

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H938X3: Other specified disorders of ear, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Voice Disorder
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses

    Also known as:

    • Ringing in Both Ears
    • Tinnitus
    • Bilateral Tinnitus
    • Head Noise Both Sides

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Neck Lump or Swelling
    • Neck Mass
    • Bump on Neck
    • Neck Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Lip, Mouth, or Throat Cancer
    • Oral Cancer
    • Throat Cancer
    • Past oral cancer
    • Previous pharyngeal malignancy
    • History of mouth tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85818: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of other sites of lip, oral cavity, and pharynx

    Does Dr. Hunt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hunt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 267-6738 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hunt accept in Hixson, TN?

    Dr. Hunt in Hixson, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Alliant Health Plans

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hunt's office located?

    Dr. Peter Hunt's Primary Practice

    1724 Hamill Rd Ste 102

    Hixson, TN 37343

    (423) 267-6738

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    Dr. Peter Hunt's Practice 2

    2290 Ogletree Ave Ste 108

    Chattanooga, TN 37421

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    Dr. Peter Hunt's Practice 3

    3024 Business Park Cir

    Goodlettsville, TN 37072

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    What is Dr. Hunt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hunt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871513424.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hunt?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hunt

    What is Dr. Peter Hunt's specialty?

    Dr. Hunt is a Otolaryngologist near Hixson, TN. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Hunt to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Peter Hunt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hunt is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Chi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Peter Hunt accepting new patients in Hixson, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Hunt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Hunt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hunt's office at (423) 267-6738 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Hunt?

    Please contact Dr. Hunt's office at (423) 267-6738 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Hunt have?

    Dr. Peter Hunt is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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