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DR. GREGORY W SMITH MD
NPI 1316928799
Orthopaedic Surgery in Brownsville, TX

Active since November 10, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1090 EAST ALTON GLOOR BLVD, BROWNSVILLE, TX 78526(956) 542-1850(956) 542-2879 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 1, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 1, 2016, Jan 28, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Gregory W Smith Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. GREGORY W SMITH MD (NPI 1316928799) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Brownsville, Texas, licensed in Texas (K5700) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316928799
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. GREGORY W SMITHCredential: MD
Location Address1090 EAST ALTON GLOOR BLVDBrownsville, TX 78526
Mailing AddressPo Box 1768San Antonio, TX 78296-1768 · (956) 542-1850 · Fax (956) 542-2879
Phone(956) 542-1850
Fax(956) 542-2879
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At San AntonioGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateNovember 10, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 1, 20162 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1316928799 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · K5700
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
1090 EAST ALTON GLOOR BLVD, Brownsville, TX 78526
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Other Identifiers 5

Other8CB205TX · Blue Cross Blue Shield
Other149890903TX · Medicaid
OtherP00017885TX · Medicare - Railroad
Other8F22500TX · Medicare
Other6362570001TX · Medicare Nsc

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Gregory W Smith Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID4688585672
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041008000144
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
132 services33 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
131 services76 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
51 services39 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
45 services44 patients
Mri scan of leg joint without contrast 73721
An MRI scan of your leg joint is a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your leg. This helps doctors diagnose or monitor conditions without using contrast dye.
29 services27 patients
Mri scan of arm joint without contrast 73221
An MRI scan of the arm joint is a non-invasive imaging procedure that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your arm joint. No contrast dye is used in this process. It helps to diagnose or monitor conditions like arthritis, injuries, or infections.
13 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78526 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Gregory Smith's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gregory Smith is 1316928799. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 10, 2005.

Where is Gregory Smith located?

Gregory Smith practices at 1090 East Alton Gloor Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78526. The listed phone number is (956) 542-1850.

What is Gregory Smith's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Gregory Smith enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gregory Smith is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Gregory Smith accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 2 other insurers list Gregory Smith as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gregory Smith was last updated on February 1, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.