Alix Mcdonald-Smith, M.D.
NPI 1659576023 · Emergency Medicine Physician · Nags Head, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alix Mcdonald-Smith, M.D. is a Emergency Medicine Physician provider in Nags Head, NC (NPI 1659576023).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659576023
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Emergency Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 0101259289 (VA)
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 tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
236 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 139 | $163 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 44 | $113 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 42 | $200 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making99283 | 11 | $67 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $67–$200 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 35 | 35 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 19 | 19 |
| Cephalexin | 17 | 17 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 17 | 16 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 16 | 16 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 13 | 13 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-18
- Last updated
- 2025-08-15
- Certified
- 2025-08-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alix Mcdonald-Smith's NPI number?
- Alix Mcdonald-Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659576023, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alix Mcdonald-Smith's specialty?
- Alix Mcdonald-Smith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Emergency Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alix Mcdonald-Smith located?
- Alix Mcdonald-Smith's practice location on file with NPPES is 4800 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959-9704.
- What is Alix Mcdonald-Smith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alix Mcdonald-Smith is (252) 449-4500.
- Does Alix Mcdonald-Smith accept Medicare?
- Alix Mcdonald-Smith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alix Mcdonald-Smith's NPI active?
- Yes — Alix Mcdonald-Smith's NPI (1659576023) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-08-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.