Ellison Smith, M.D.
NPI 1538123989 · Rheumatology Physician · Asheville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ellison Smith, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Asheville, NC (NPI 1538123989).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538123989
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9900353 (NC)
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
7,841 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Creatinine Level82565 | 794 | $5 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 755 | $8 |
| Measurement C-Reactive Protein for Detection of Infection Or Inflammation86140 | 755 | $5 |
| Red Blood Cell Sedimentation Rate, to Detect Inflammation, Automated85652 | 754 | $3 |
| Liver Function Blood Test Panel80076 | 727 | $8 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 564 | $14 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 571 | 131 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 564 | 152 |
| Prednisone | 274 | 84 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 141 | 46 |
| Sulfasalazine | 135 | 36 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 101 | 11 |
| Leflunomide | 89 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$214 across 10 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
- 2006-04-13
- Last updated
- 2013-05-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ellison Smith's NPI number?
- Ellison Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538123989, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ellison Smith's specialty?
- Ellison Smith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ellison Smith located?
- Ellison Smith's practice location on file with NPPES is 4 Vanderbilt Park Dr, Asheville, NC 28803-1700.
- What is Ellison Smith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ellison Smith is (828) 258-9533.
- Does Ellison Smith accept Medicare?
- Ellison Smith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ellison Smith's NPI active?
- Yes — Ellison Smith's NPI (1538123989) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-05-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.