Christopher Smith, MD
NPI 1770585226 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Smith, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1770585226).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1770585226
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- K7898 (TX)
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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,685 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 477 | $41 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 292 | $91 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 258 | $128 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 193 | $76 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 181 | $47 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 146 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 393 | 121 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 269 | 149 |
| Mupirocin | 188 | 174 |
| Celecoxib | 105 | 46 |
| Methylprednisolone | 43 | 41 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 33 | 23 |
| Gabapentin | 30 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$758 across 11 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 1201 Brooks StSugar Land, TX 77478-3835Phone: (281) 690-4678Fax: (281) 690-4608
- 1201 Brooks StSugar Land, TX 77478-3835Phone: (281) 690-4678Fax: (281) 690-4608
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-15
- Last updated
- 2018-03-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Smith's NPI number?
- Christopher Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770585226, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Smith's specialty?
- Christopher Smith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Smith located?
- Christopher Smith's practice location on file with NPPES is 18400 Katy Fwy Ste 200, Houston, TX 77094-1295.
- What is Christopher Smith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Smith is (281) 690-4678.
- Does Christopher Smith accept Medicare?
- Christopher Smith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Smith's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Smith's NPI (1770585226) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-03-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.