21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smathers, Family Medicine Specialist in Puyallup, WA?
Dr. Doug Smathers, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Puyallup, WA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Smathers graduated from Meharry Medical College and completed his residency at Valley Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Smathers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smathers’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smathers’s office.
Where did Dr. Smathers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Valley Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Valley Med Center | Valley Medical Center Program
Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine | Meharry Medical College
Is Dr. Smathers board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Doug Smathers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Smathers speak?
Dr. Smathers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Smathers treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Smathers 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. Smathers. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Which procedures does Dr. Smathers perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Doug Smathers may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Smathers' office.
Does Dr. Smathers accept my insurance?
Dr. Smathers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smathers accept in Puyallup, WA?
Dr. Smathers in Puyallup, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Smathers' office located?
What is Dr. Smathers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smathers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083670004.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smathers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smathers
What is Dr. Doug Smathers's specialty?
Dr. Smathers is a Family Medicine Specialist near Puyallup, WA. 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. Smathers to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Doug Smathers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smathers is affiliated with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, MultiCare Good Samaritan 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Doug Smathers accepting new patients in Puyallup, WA?
Yes, Dr. Doug Smathers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Doug Smathers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smathers's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Doug Smathers?
Please contact Dr. Smathers's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Doug Smathers have?
Dr. Doug Smathers is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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