Joshua Smithson, M.D.
NPI 1275597262 · Internal Medicine Physician · Nashville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joshua Smithson, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Nashville, TN (NPI 1275597262).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275597262
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD40335 (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
2,860 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 | 369 | $118 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 349 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 300 | $10 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 273 | $15 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 252 | $13 |
| Blood Test, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (tsh)84443 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 64 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 302 | 82 |
| Lisinopril | 217 | 63 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 186 | 49 |
| Losartan Potassium | 156 | 44 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 136 | 33 |
| Simvastatin | 104 | 30 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 103 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$16 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
- 2006-04-14
- Last updated
- 2017-12-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joshua Smithson's NPI number?
- Joshua Smithson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275597262, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joshua Smithson's specialty?
- Joshua Smithson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joshua Smithson located?
- Joshua Smithson's practice location on file with NPPES is 2325 Crestmoor Rd Ste 201, Nashville, TN 37215-2027.
- What is Joshua Smithson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joshua Smithson is (629) 255-2210.
- Does Joshua Smithson accept Medicare?
- Joshua Smithson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joshua Smithson's NPI active?
- Yes — Joshua Smithson's NPI (1275597262) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-12-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.