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Who is Dr. Smelter, Family Medicine Specialist in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Laura Smelter, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Smelter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smelter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smelter’s office at (817) 702-1215.
Is Dr. Smelter board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Laura Smelter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Smelter speak?
Dr. Smelter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Smelter typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Smelter 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. Smelter. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Nervous System Symptoms
- Neurologic Disease
- Neurological signs
- Nerve problems
- Brain and nerve symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2990: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Smelter typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Smelter may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Smelter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Smelter accept my insurance?
Dr. Smelter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 702-1215 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smelter accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Smelter in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Cook Children's
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Smelter's office located?
What is Dr. Smelter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smelter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174545636.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smelter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smelter
What is Dr. Laura Smelter's specialty?
Dr. Smelter is a Family Medicine Specialist near Fort Worth, TX.
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 this Dr. Laura Smelter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Smelter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: John Peter Smith Hospital, Cook Childrens Medical Center, Texas Health Huguley Hospital Fort Worth South. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Laura Smelter accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Laura Smelter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Smelter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smelter's office at (817) 702-1215 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Smelter?
Please contact Dr. Smelter's office at (817) 702-1215 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Smelter have?
Dr. Laura Smelter is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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