Dr. Scott Hittinger, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery
15+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. Scott Hittinger
Scott Hittinger, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Carmel, IN.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
15
Years Experience
1
Location
3
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Indiana University School Of Medicine
Class of 2011
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 3 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | A150285 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) | — |
| South Carolina | MMD.33942 LL | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) | — |
| Indiana | 01086984A | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Scott Hittinger
With 15 years of practice, Dr. Scott Hittinger is an established thoracic surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Indiana University School Of Medicine in 2011. Dr. currently practices at University Family Physicians, Inc. in Carmel, Indiana. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558658153, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Scott Hittinger as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 73 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 172 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Scott Hittinger received $2K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$2K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 46290
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Scott Hittinger
What does Dr. Scott Hittinger specialize in?
Dr. Scott Hittinger specializes in Thoracic Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Thoracic Surgery (cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery).
Where does Dr. Scott Hittinger practice?
Dr. Scott Hittinger practices at University Family Physicians, Inc. in Carmel, Indiana.
Does Dr. Scott Hittinger accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Scott Hittinger accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 73 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Scott Hittinger's NPI number?
Dr. Scott Hittinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558658153. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Scott Hittinger been practicing?
Dr. Scott Hittinger has approximately 15 years of practice experience, having graduated from Indiana University School Of Medicine in 2011.