Joel Smith, M.D.
NPI 1770622441 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Little Rock, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Smith, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Little Rock, AR (NPI 1770622441).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1770622441
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- E-7428 (AR)
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
19 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
2,030 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 396 | $68 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 312 | $37 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 297 | $86 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 196 | $31 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 156 | $43 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 122 | $104 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 220 | 111 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 99 | 59 |
| Mupirocin | 90 | 87 |
| Naloxone Hcl | 40 | 38 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 34 | 25 |
| Methylprednisolone | 30 | 29 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$71 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
- 2007-02-06
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Smith's NPI number?
- Joel Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770622441, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Smith's specialty?
- Joel Smith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Smith located?
- Joel Smith's practice location on file with NPPES is 5320 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72205-3528.
- What is Joel Smith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Smith is (501) 975-5633.
- Does Joel Smith accept Medicare?
- Joel Smith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Smith's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Smith's NPI (1770622441) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.