Christopher Smith, MD
NPI 1144724477 · Neurology Physician · Gainesville, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Smith, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Gainesville, GA (NPI 1144724477).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1144724477
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
8 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
889 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 107 | $8 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Limited Study95885 | 97 | $54 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 90 | $83 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 87 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 82 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | 197 | 38 |
| Gabapentin | 170 | 48 |
| Levetiracetam | 80 | 20 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 75 | 23 |
| Sertraline Hcl | 38 | 14 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 34 | 14 |
| Primidone | 34 | — |
| Topiramate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,850 across 79 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1542 Tulane Ave Rm 762New Orleans, LA 70112-2865Phone: (504) 568-4080
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-03-21
- Last updated
- 2023-10-18
- Certified
- 2023-10-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Smith's NPI number?
- Christopher Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144724477, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Smith's specialty?
- Christopher Smith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Smith located?
- Christopher Smith's practice location on file with NPPES is 1315 Jesse Jewell Pkwy Ne Ste 300, Gainesville, GA 30501-3875.
- What is Christopher Smith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Smith is (770) 219-6520.
- Does Christopher Smith accept Medicare?
- Christopher Smith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Smith's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Smith's NPI (1144724477) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-10-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.