Paul Smith, MD
NPI 1659530434 · Urology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Smith, MD is a Urology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1659530434).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659530434
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,149 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 736 | $2 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 492 | $12 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 479 | $95 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 462 | $135 |
| 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 | 414 | $17 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 963 | 359 |
| Finasteride | 786 | 283 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 213 | 57 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 159 | 51 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 142 | 120 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 135 | 58 |
| Cefdinir | 128 | 92 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$205 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
- 2008-06-05
- Last updated
- 2021-03-30
- Certified
- 2021-03-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Smith's NPI number?
- Paul Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659530434, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Smith's specialty?
- Paul Smith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Smith located?
- Paul Smith's practice location on file with NPPES is 915 Gessner Rd Ste 720, Houston, TX 77024-2530.
- What is Paul Smith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Smith is (713) 830-9100.
- Does Paul Smith accept Medicare?
- Paul Smith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Smith's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Smith's NPI (1659530434) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-03-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.