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Dr. Hima Smelser, MD

Santa Fe, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smelser, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Fe, NM?

    Dr. Hima Smelser, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Fe, NM with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Smelser completed her residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Smelser is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smelser’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smelser’s office at (505) 930-1532.

    Where did Dr. Smelser go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Az Collage of Medicine

    Is Dr. Smelser board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Hima Smelser, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Smelser speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Smelser treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Smelser 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. Smelser. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Which procedures does Dr. Smelser perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Hima Smelser may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Smelser's office.

    Does Dr. Smelser accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smelser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 930-1532 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smelser accept in Santa Fe, NM?

    Dr. Smelser in Santa Fe, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • State of New Mexico

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Smelser's office located?

    Dr. Hima Smelser's Primary Practice

    1700 Cerrillos Rd

    Santa Fe, NM 87505

    (505) 930-1532

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    Dr. Hima Smelser's Practice 2

    708 La Joya St

    Espanola, NM 87532

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    Dr. Hima Smelser's Practice 3

    1515 E Osborn Rd

    Phoenix, AZ 85014

    (602) 529-4401

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

    Dr. Smelser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730165333.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smelser?

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

    What is Dr. Hima Smelser's specialty?

    Dr. Smelser is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Fe, NM. 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. Contact Dr. Smelser to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Hima Smelser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Smelser is affiliated with Presbyterian Espanola Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Hima Smelser accepting new patients in Santa Fe, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Hima Smelser is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hima Smelser offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smelser's office at (505) 930-1532 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hima Smelser?

    Please contact Dr. Smelser's office at (505) 930-1532 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hima Smelser have?

    Dr. Hima Smelser is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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