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Dr. Melissa Smith

Family Medicine Specialist

Tuscaloosa, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smith, Family Medicine Specialist in Tuscaloosa, AL?

    Dr. Melissa Smith is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tuscaloosa, AL. Dr. Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (731) 541-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Smith speak?

    Dr. Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Smith typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Smith diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Smith. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Lack of Coordination
    • Movement Disorder
    • Clumsiness
    • Ataxia
    • Coordination Problems
    • Unsteady Movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R279: Unspecified lack of coordination

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Smith typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Smith may include:

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (731) 541-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Tuscaloosa, AL?

    Dr. Smith in Tuscaloosa, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Dr. Melissa Smith's Primary Practice

    850 Peter Bryce Blvd

    Tuscaloosa, AL 35401

    (731) 541-5000

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    What is Dr. Smith's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265939573.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smith

    What is Dr. Melissa Smith's specialty?

    Dr. Smith is a Family Medicine Specialist near Tuscaloosa, AL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Melissa Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Hixson, West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Melissa Smith accepting new patients in Tuscaloosa, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Smith is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Smith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (731) 541-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Smith?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (731) 541-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Dr. Smith's office is located in Tuscaloosa, AL.