Gary Smith, M.D.
NPI 1659375228 · Family Medicine Physician · Nashville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gary Smith, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Nashville, TN (NPI 1659375228).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659375228
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD019182 (TN)
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
21 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
962 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 391 | $83 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 262 | $9 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 115 | $120 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 80 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 62 | $119 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 24 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 145 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 407 | 117 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 340 | 102 |
| Lisinopril | 309 | 97 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 285 | 46 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 278 | 79 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 244 | 67 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,247 across 61 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
- 2005-06-10
- Last updated
- 2010-08-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gary Smith's NPI number?
- Gary Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659375228, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gary Smith's specialty?
- Gary Smith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gary Smith located?
- Gary Smith's practice location on file with NPPES is 7640 Highway 70 S, Nashville, TN 37221-1758.
- What is Gary Smith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gary Smith is (615) 646-8098.
- Does Gary Smith accept Medicare?
- Gary Smith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gary Smith's NPI active?
- Yes — Gary Smith's NPI (1659375228) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-08-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.