Summary

Dr. Jeffrey Hunter treats strabismus and hypertension and performs strabismus surgery and CT scans of the head and face. He has practiced ophthalmology for 35 years and is affiliated with Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center Longview.

Dr. Hunter is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He earned his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine and completed a fellowship at Duke University School of Medicine. He sees patients in Nashville, Tennessee. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Hunter 4.25 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 35 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Duke University - School of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Vanderbilt Eye Institute

2311 Pierce AveNashville, TN 37232
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Jeffrey Scot Hunter, MDDr. Ming Wang, MDDr. Abhilash Guduru, MDDr. Terrence James Doherty
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
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35 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Chinese Speaks English
Nashville , TNNashville , TNNashville , TNGallatin , TN
Med School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville Med School: Harvard Medical School & MIT Med School: UNC Chapel Hill Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Jeffrey Scot Hunter

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • March Vision Care
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Sana
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Superior Vision
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Jeffrey Scot Hunter has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Jeffrey Scot Hunter has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lazy Eye (Strabismus)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Jeffrey Scot Hunter holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Tennessee and Texas. They are board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expires in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Duke University - School of Medicine.

Residency

Completed their residency at Southwestern Medical Center, Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Dermatology, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program, Baylor College Of Medicine, Baylor University Mc in 1992, and Utsw Dallas in 1992.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville in 1998 and The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio in 1991.

NPI Number

Jeffrey Scot Hunter's NPI number is 1134122153.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Jeffrey Hunter accept my insurance?
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Jeffrey Hunter is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Jeffrey Hunter's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Jeffrey Hunter speak?
Jeffrey Hunter speaks English.
Which hospitals is Jeffrey Hunter affiliated with?
Jeffrey Hunter is affiliated with Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center Longview.

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