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Dr. Douglas Hunter, MD

Racine, OH

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hunter, Family Medicine Specialist in Racine, OH?

    Dr. Douglas Hunter, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Racine, OH with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Hunter completed his residency at Grant Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Hunter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hunter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hunter’s office at (740) 949-2683.

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

    • Residency: Grant Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Grant Medical Center

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh

    Is Dr. Hunter board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Hunter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hunter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hunter typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hunter 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. Hunter. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hunter typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Hunter may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hunter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hunter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hunter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (740) 949-2683 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hunter accept in Racine, OH?

    Dr. Hunter in Racine, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hunter's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Hunter's Primary Practice

    207 5th St

    Racine, OH 45771

    (740) 949-2683

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    Dr. Douglas Hunter's Practice 2

    393 E Town St

    Columbus, OH 43215

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

    Dr. Hunter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982632022.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hunter?

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

    What is Dr. Douglas Hunter's specialty?

    Dr. Hunter is a Family Medicine Specialist near Racine, OH.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Douglas Hunter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hunter is affiliated with Camc General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Douglas Hunter accepting new patients in Racine, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Hunter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Hunter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hunter's office at (740) 949-2683 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Douglas Hunter?

    Please contact Dr. Hunter's office at (740) 949-2683 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Hunter have?

    Dr. Douglas Hunter is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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