Edward Smith, MD
NPI 1497199020 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Meridian, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Smith, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Meridian, MS (NPI 1497199020).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497199020
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 26816 (MS)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
13 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
1,276 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 | 521 | $92 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 150 | $12 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 122 | $10 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 104 | $127 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 4-5 Views72050 | 87 | $12 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 | 56 | $10 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 679 | 157 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 176 | 74 |
| Pregabalin | 95 | 30 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 67 | 17 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 66 | 52 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 61 | 19 |
| Promethazine Hcl | 30 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$48,876 across 9 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
- 2013-04-25
- Last updated
- 2025-12-03
- Certified
- 2025-12-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Smith's NPI number?
- Edward Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497199020, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Smith's specialty?
- Edward Smith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Smith located?
- Edward Smith's practice location on file with NPPES is 5002 Highway 39 N Bldg C, Meridian, MS 39301-1078.
- What is Edward Smith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Smith is (601) 385-9111.
- Does Edward Smith accept Medicare?
- Edward Smith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Smith's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Smith's NPI (1497199020) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.