Vlastimil Smetka, MD
NPI 1497974273 · Family Medicine Physician · Walterboro, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vlastimil Smetka, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Walterboro, SC (NPI 1497974273).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497974273
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME142327 (FL)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,052 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 2,324 | $101 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 654 | $101 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99305 | 586 | $125 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99305 | 255 | $125 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99349 | 110 | $121 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 396 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 5,459 | 624 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 4,970 | 526 |
| Furosemide | 3,594 | 403 |
| Gabapentin | 3,375 | 380 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 3,280 | 315 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 3,112 | 309 |
| Pravastatin Sodium | 3,109 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$48 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 57 Grandvll CtWakefield, RI 02879-8242Phone: (337) 991-9276
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-04-24
- Last updated
- 2026-04-09
- Certified
- 2026-04-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vlastimil Smetka's NPI number?
- Vlastimil Smetka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497974273, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vlastimil Smetka's specialty?
- Vlastimil Smetka is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vlastimil Smetka located?
- Vlastimil Smetka's practice location on file with NPPES is 501 Robertson Blvd, Walterboro, SC 29488-2787.
- What is Vlastimil Smetka's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vlastimil Smetka is (843) 782-2737.
- Does Vlastimil Smetka accept Medicare?
- Vlastimil Smetka is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vlastimil Smetka's NPI active?
- Yes — Vlastimil Smetka's NPI (1497974273) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.