Michael Smitherman, MD
NPI 1053303685 · Rheumatology Physician · Nashville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Smitherman, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Nashville, TN (NPI 1053303685).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053303685
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 66740 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,691 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 595 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 449 | $116 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 270 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 203 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 199 | $10 |
| Red Blood Cell Sedimentation Rate, to Detect Inflammation, Automated85652 | 189 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Duloxetine Hcl | 431 | 179 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 297 | 99 |
| Prednisone | 248 | 75 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 184 | 65 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 166 | 79 |
| Leflunomide | 129 | 45 |
| Allopurinol | 113 | 39 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$5,664 across 139 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-19
- Last updated
- 2026-01-07
- Certified
- 2026-01-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Smitherman's NPI number?
- Michael Smitherman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053303685, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Smitherman's specialty?
- Michael Smitherman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Smitherman located?
- Michael Smitherman's practice location on file with NPPES is 4230 Harding Pike Ste 501, Nashville, TN 37205-2018.
- What is Michael Smitherman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Smitherman is (629) 255-2487.
- Does Michael Smitherman accept Medicare?
- Michael Smitherman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Smitherman's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Smitherman's NPI (1053303685) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.