James Smith, MD
NPI 1053409060 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Gadsden, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Smith, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Gadsden, AL (NPI 1053409060).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053409060
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 26762 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
2,463 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 984 | $107 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 406 | $41 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 285 | $264 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 4-5 Views72050 | 126 | $43 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 112 | $140 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 507 | 253 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 455 | 264 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 135 | 91 |
| Gabapentin | 109 | 39 |
| Methylprednisolone | 97 | 83 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 83 | 29 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 82 | 48 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$22 across 1 record (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
- 2006-10-11
- Last updated
- 2015-03-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Smith's NPI number?
- James Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053409060, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Smith's specialty?
- James Smith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Smith located?
- James Smith's practice location on file with NPPES is 100 Medical Center Dr, Gadsden, AL 35903-1134.
- What is James Smith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Smith is (256) 492-8590.
- Does James Smith accept Medicare?
- James Smith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Smith's NPI active?
- Yes — James Smith's NPI (1053409060) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-03-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.