Robert Smith, M.D.
NPI 1457323966 · Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician · Knoxville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Sports Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Smith, M.D. is a Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician provider in Knoxville, TN (NPI 1457323966).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457323966
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 42185 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
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
824 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 | 200 | $117 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 128 | $63 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 128 | $83 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 112 | $42 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 48 | $36 |
| Mri Scan of Leg Joint Without Contrast73721 | 46 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 137 | 49 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 106 | 40 |
| Ibuprofen | 37 | 30 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 29 | 21 |
| Amoxicillin | 23 | 14 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 13 | 11 |
| Prednisone | 11 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$32 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
- 2006-02-07
- Last updated
- 2026-01-15
- Certified
- 2026-01-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Smith's NPI number?
- Robert Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457323966, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Smith's specialty?
- Robert Smith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Smith located?
- Robert Smith's practice location on file with NPPES is 260 Fort Sanders West Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37922-3355.
- What is Robert Smith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Smith is (865) 769-4500.
- Does Robert Smith accept Medicare?
- Robert Smith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Smith's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Smith's NPI (1457323966) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.