Stephen Smith, MD
NPI 1588280077 · Family Medicine Physician · Morganton, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Smith, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Morganton, NC (NPI 1588280077).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588280077
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4351046962 (MI)
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
6 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
1,771.5 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 431 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 297 | $120 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 177 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 125 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 115 | $84 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 86 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 109 | 38 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 93 | 32 |
| Losartan Potassium | 90 | 30 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 87 | 39 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 86 | 36 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 74 | 69 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$44 across 2 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
- 2020-06-19
- Last updated
- 2024-07-11
- Certified
- 2024-07-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Smith's NPI number?
- Stephen Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588280077, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Smith's specialty?
- Stephen Smith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Smith located?
- Stephen Smith's practice location on file with NPPES is 103 Medical Heights Dr, Morganton, NC 28655-5197.
- What is Stephen Smith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Smith is (828) 437-4211.
- Does Stephen Smith accept Medicare?
- Stephen Smith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Smith's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Smith's NPI (1588280077) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.