Christina Beatrice Smith, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Christina Beatrice Smith is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Houston, TX with over 14 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across TX can see Christina Beatrice Smith, M.D. in person in Houston or via virtual visit — no travel required. She graduated from University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) in 2012 and has 14+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with mood disorders, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 84.06/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 82% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Federal MIPS score higher than 64% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Texas, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202384.06/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.7%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.9 pts)
Better than 82% of reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
36
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
55
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
424
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $65k
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Mood Disorders, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$12 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Christina Beatrice Smith's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2012
University of Illinois College of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 9, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
14 years in practice
Established
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (Class of 2012)
Mailing address
1 Baylor Plz, Houston, TX 77030-3411
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Christina Beatrice Smith
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christina Beatrice Smith for mood disorder follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Houston required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christina Beatrice Smith
NPI records show Dr. Smith as active with telehealth listed in Houston, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (713) 873-4900.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1504 Taub Loop Fl 2, Houston, TX 77030-1608
Mailing Address
1 Baylor Plz, Houston, TX 77030-3411
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