Nicholas Smith, DPM
NPI 1811127673 · Podiatrist · Columbus, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Podiatry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Smith, DPM is a Podiatrist provider in Columbus, GA (NPI 1811127673).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1811127673
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- PodiatristPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
- Credential
- DPM
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 135000690 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 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
1,972 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Fingernails Or Toenails, 6 Or More Nails11721 | 720 | $39 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 385 | $79 |
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views73630 | 201 | $28 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 191 | $97 |
| Removal of Skin and Tissue, 20.0 Sq Cm Or Less11042 | 113 | $110 |
| Removal of Noncancer Thickened Skin Growth, 2-4 Growths11056 | 110 | $69 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pregabalin | 138 | 34 |
| Gabapentin | 125 | 38 |
| Meloxicam | 114 | 52 |
| Mupirocin | 32 | 22 |
| Levofloxacin | 32 | 16 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 27 | 24 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$755 across 31 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
- 2009-07-15
- Last updated
- 2012-09-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Smith's NPI number?
- Nicholas Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811127673, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Smith's specialty?
- Nicholas Smith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Podiatrist (Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers).
- Where is Nicholas Smith located?
- Nicholas Smith's practice location on file with NPPES is 1013 Centre Brook Court, Columbus, GA 31904-4573.
- What is Nicholas Smith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Smith is (706) 653-5501.
- Does Nicholas Smith accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Smith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Smith's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Smith's NPI (1811127673) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-09-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.