Christopher R Smith, MD
Christopher R Smith is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Wellesley, MA with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Christopher R Smith, MD practices as part of a group internist practice in Wellesley, MA. Trained at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (class of 1996), he has been practicing for over 30 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 25% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Uses generic medications more than 76% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 934dNPPES updated 2023-11-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
873 Worcester St, Wellesley, MA 02482-3714
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.16%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.9 pts)
3.16% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.1%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.3 pts)
Better than 76% of reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
450
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
564
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,445
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $514k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,606 reporting peers in Massachusetts.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
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 (-6%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$26 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to Christopher R Smith's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
Board certified · Nov 1, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (Class of 1996)
Mailing address
171 Main St Ste 203b, Ashland, MA 01721-1187
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Christopher R Smith
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher R Smith for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Wellesley 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 Christopher R Smith
NPI records show Dr. Smith as active with telehealth listed in Wellesley, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (781) 591-3414.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
873 Worcester St, Wellesley, MA 02482-3714
Mailing Address
171 Main St Ste 203b, Ashland, MA 01721-1187
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