NPI registry status
Active
2026 NPPES data Independent Medical Examiner Physician NPI 1124334545 M.D.
Verify on CMS → Michael Hilton, M.D.
Independent Medical Examiner Physician in Atlanta, Georgia.
This profile is drawn from the federal National Provider Identifier Registry (CMS NPPES), which lists more than 7 million U.S. healthcare providers - including 219 in Independent Medical Examiner Physician, and covers specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare Part D prescribing data when reported. According to CMS, every field reflects the provider's official federal registration, see our methodology.
Federal data, no proprietary rating.
We show these CMS records as-is - no composite score, no star rating, no editorial opinion layered on top.
Prescribing volume
382
Medicare Part D claims · 25 beneficiaries · Independent Medical Examiner Physician avg: 564
Generic prescribing
93%
generic claims · 7% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Source: CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File, 2023
Compiled from official public sources by the PlainDoctor editorial team.
What the federal data shows
Michael Hilton, M.D. filed 382 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Independent Medical Examiner Physician in Atlanta, Georgia, prescribing 93% generic.
- 382
- Part D claims, 2023
- 93%
- generic prescribing
Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) - no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.
Michael Hilton, M.D.'s Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber
Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023, across all CMS prescribers nationally
382 Top 43% higher than 57% of 1,370,886 prescribers
Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023
What does the federal data show about Michael Hilton, M.D.?
Quality data not reportedPrimary specialty
Independent Medical Examiner Physician
Medicare Part D claims
382 32% vs specialty avg
Specialty distribution in Georgia
How Independent Medical Examiner Physician compares to other specialties among Georgia providers
Board certification
Not published by CMS
CMS does not publish a per-provider board-certification field in NPPES. PlainDoctor does not have a reliable per-specialty certification rate to show for Independent Medical Examiner Physician. Verify directly:
How MIPS and board certification work
The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.
Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).
Michael Hilton, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Independent Medical Examiner Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 3975 ROSWELL RD, Atlanta, GA, 30342, with a listed phone of (404) 352-4001. NPI 1124334545 was issued on 08/23/2010.
Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 382 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 25 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $22K in drug spend, split 7% brand-name and 93% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 3.4%.
Independent Medical Examiner Physician is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 219 enrolled providers across 41 states and an average of 564 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline.
Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist, always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.
Practice Address
Provider Details
| NPI | 1124334545 |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Independent Medical Examiner Physician |
| Credentials | M.D. |
| Gender | Male |
| NPI Issued | 08/23/2010 |
Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy
Michael Hilton, M.D. - brand share 7.0%
Independent Medical Examiner Physician average
7% brand-name claims vs 93% generic, on 382 2023 Medicare Part D claims.
The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.
Medicare Part D Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.
382
Total Claims
$22K
Total Drug Cost
25
Medicare Beneficiaries
Prescribing Breakdown
- 30-Day Fills
- 524
- Total Day Supply
- 15,653
- Brand vs Generic
- 7% brand / 93% generic
- Brand Drug Cost
- $15K
- Generic Drug Cost
- $7K
- Opioid Claims
- 13 (3.4% rate)
Patient Demographics
- Average Patient Age
- 69.7 years
- Avg HCC Risk Score
- 1.25
- Gender Split
- 56% female / 44% male
Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.
What Michael Hilton, M.D. prescribes most
Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023
- Bupropion Xl
Bupropion Xl
49 claims
- Clonazepam
Clonazepam
47 claims
- Alprazolam
Alprazolam
26 claims
- Desvenlafaxine Suc…
Desvenlafaxine Succinate Er
24 claims
- Zolpidem Tartrate
Zolpidem Tartrate
21 claims
- Ziprasidone Hcl
Ziprasidone Hcl
20 claims
- Trazodone Hcl 17
Trazodone Hcl
17 claims
- Venlafaxine Hcl Er 17
Venlafaxine Hcl Er
17 claims
| Drug | Claims |
|---|---|
| Bupropion Xl Bupropion Hcl | 49 |
| Clonazepam | 47 |
| Alprazolam | 26 |
| Desvenlafaxine Succinate Er Desvenlafaxine Succinate | 24 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 21 |
| Ziprasidone Hcl | 20 |
| Trazodone Hcl | 17 |
| Venlafaxine Hcl Er Venlafaxine Hcl | 17 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | 14 |
| Ambien Zolpidem Tartrate | 13 |
* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.
More Independent Medical Examiner Physician in GA →
All providers in Georgia →
Compare specialties →
Independent Medical Examiner Physician Overview
How Michael Hilton, M.D. fits within the Independent Medical Examiner Physician landscape nationally.
219
Independent Medical Examiner Physician Providers in US
41
States with Independent Medical Examiner Physician
564
Avg Claims per Provider
Michael Hilton, M.D.'s 382 claims are below the specialty average of 564.
Nearby Independent Medical Examiner Physician Providers in Georgia
Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Georgia, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as Hilton.
Dr. Bhupendra Gupta
MD
Kings Bay, GA
Dr. Tracy Lane
D.O.
Atlanta, GA
Aja McLemore
Statesboro, GA
Latayia Negou
Villa Rica, GA
Dr. Gurijala Ramayya
MD
Macon, GA
Compare Independent Medical Examiner Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →
Before you book an appointment
Use this federal record as your verification checklist, not as a recommendation.
- Confirm the NPI record is current in the official CMS registry, providers update their own NPPES details, and moves can lag. Verify this NPI
- Check the active license and any disciplinary history with the Georgia medical board, federal registration is not a license check. Credential verification guide
- Weigh a second option: compare this provider with a nearby Independent Medical Examiner Physician peer on Medicare volume and prescribing patterns. Compare providers
Medicare Part D and MIPS figures describe practice patterns in federal programs only, they are not quality ratings, and PlainDoctor does not rate, rank, or recommend providers.
Healthcare Guides
Learn more about finding, verifying, and understanding healthcare providers.
How to Find a Doctor
Step-by-step guide to choosing a provider
Verify Credentials
Check NPI, board certification & license status
Medical Specialties Explained
Who treats what and how specialties differ
Understanding Medicare Claims Data
What prescribing data reveals about a provider
In-Network vs Out-of-Network
How insurance networks affect your costs
Telehealth Guide
Virtual care options and coverage in 2026
Explore Georgia
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michael Hilton, M.D.'s specialty? ▼
Michael Hilton, M.D. specializes in Independent Medical Examiner Physician and practices in Atlanta, Georgia. Credentials: M.D..
How much does Michael Hilton, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D? ▼
In 2023, Michael Hilton, M.D. wrote 382 Medicare Part D claims totaling $22K in drug costs for 25 beneficiaries.
Where is Michael Hilton, M.D. located? ▼
Michael Hilton, M.D. is located at 3975 ROSWELL RD, Atlanta, GA, 30342. Phone: (404) 352-4001.
What is Michael Hilton, M.D.'s NPI number? ▼
Michael Hilton, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1124334545, issued on 08/23/2010.
Does Michael Hilton, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs? ▼
Michael Hilton, M.D.'s prescribing is 7% brand-name and 93% generic drugs by claim count, with $15K in brand drug costs.
Does Michael Hilton, M.D. prescribe opioids? ▼
Yes, Michael Hilton, M.D. had 13 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 3.4%.
How many Independent Medical Examiner Physician providers are there in the US? ▼
There are 219 Independent Medical Examiner Physician providers across 41 states in the US. The average Independent Medical Examiner Physician provider writes 564 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does Michael Hilton, M.D. prescribe most often? ▼
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, Michael Hilton, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Bupropion Xl, Clonazepam, Alprazolam. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does Michael Hilton, M.D. accept Medicare? ▼
Michael Hilton, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 382 Part D claims and 25 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify Michael Hilton, M.D.'s credentials? ▼
Michael Hilton, M.D.'s NPI is 1124334545 with credentials M.D.. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.
Data Sources
View source datasets and methodology notes
- Provider Directory
- CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
- Specialty Classification
- NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
- Prescribing Data
- CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
- Limitations
- Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.
See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.
Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Disclaimer: Data from CMS NPPES and Medicare Part D. PlainDoctor does not rate or rank providers. Provider information is self-reported and may not be current. Always verify information directly with the provider. About · Methodology
Compiled from official public sources by the PlainDoctor editorial team.