PAUL JOSEPH SMITH MD
NPI 1639515364
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in San Diego, CA

Active since May 21, 2013Opted out of Medicare · through Aug 27, 2026
12625 HIGH BLUFF DR STE 202, SAN DIEGO, CA 92130(619) 261-9040(929) 361-2736 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 30, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 30, 2024, Aug 30, 2022, Apr 25, 2022 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2017).

About Paul Joseph Smith Md NPPES

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

PAUL JOSEPH SMITH MD (NPI 1639515364) is an individual psychiatry provider in San Diego, California, licensed in California (A133912) and active in the NPI registry since May 2013. He has opted out of Medicare through August 27, 2026 and remains eligible to order and refer and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639515364
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NamePAUL JOSEPH SMITHCredential: MD
Location Address12625 HIGH BLUFF DR STE 202San Diego, CA 92130-2053
Mailing Address12625 High Bluff Dr Ste 202San Diego, CA 92130-2053 · (619) 261-9040 · Fax (929) 361-2736
Fax(929) 361-2736
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateMay 21, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 30, 20246 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 30, 2024
NPI 1639515364 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License Licensed in CA · A133912
Definition

A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

12625 HIGH BLUFF DR STE 202, San Diego, CA 92130

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11809 National AveSan Diego, CA 92113-2113 · Phone (619) 515-2300
Location 29500 Gilman Dr # 9116ALA Jolla, CA 92093-0001 · Phone (858) 534-4040

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Opted out of Medicare

Paul Joseph Smith Md has filed a Medicare opt-out affidavit. Services are provided under private contract between the provider and the patient, and are not billed to or reimbursed by Medicare. The opt-out is on file from August 27, 2018 through August 27, 2026.

Opt-Out Effective DateAugust 27, 2018
Opt-Out In Effect ThroughAugust 27, 2026Opt-out affidavits renew automatically every two years unless cancelled
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesAn opted-out provider can still order and refer for Medicare patients in the categories marked above, even though their own services are not covered.

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92130 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
$184.71 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $46.17 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$76.87 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $19.21 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
12625 HIGH BLUFF DR STE 202
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
Marriage & Family Therapist
12625 HIGH BLUFF DR STE 202
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
Psychiatry & Neurology (Child & Adolescent Psychiatry)
12625 HIGH BLUFF DR STE 202
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
Psychologist
12625 HIGH BLUFF DR STE 202
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
12625 HIGH BLUFF DR STE 202
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
Psychologist (Clinical)
12625 HIGH BLUFF DR STE 202
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
Psychologist (Clinical)
12625 HIGH BLUFF DR STE 202
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
Psychologist (Clinical)
12625 HIGH BLUFF DR STE 202
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130

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 Paul Smith's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Smith is 1639515364. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 21, 2013.

Where is Paul Smith located?

Paul Smith practices at 12625 High Bluff Dr Ste 202, San Diego, CA 92130. The listed phone number is (619) 261-9040.

What is Paul Smith's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Paul Smith enrolled in Medicare?

No. Paul Smith has opted out of Medicare through August 27, 2026. Care is provided under private contracts, and Medicare does not pay for services furnished by providers who have opted out. The provider remains eligible to order and refer services for Medicare patients.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Smith was last updated on July 30, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.