Gerdie Jean-Smith, M.D,
Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine
Gerdie Jean-Smith is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Port Charlotte, FL with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: HOSPITALIST
Gerdie Jean-Smith, M.D, has been part of the Port Charlotte medical community since 2014 in group practice. With 12+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Port Charlotte area. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 86% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 272dNPPES updated 2025-08-25 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Florida Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2525 Harbor Blvd Ste 308, Port Charlotte, FL 33952-5344
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.4%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.6 pts)
Better than 86% of reporting doctors in FloridaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
168
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
77
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
195
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $8k
Percentile rankings compared against 5,053 reporting peers in Florida.
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 Ischemic Heart Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+35%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$79 received from industry
3 transactions 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 Gerdie Jean-Smith's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Aug 24, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.
Taxonomy: 207RG0300X
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 520057
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Gerdie Jean-Smith
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Gerdie Jean-Smith for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Port Charlotte 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 Gerdie Jean-Smith
Dr. Jean-Smith is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Port Charlotte, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (941) 629-7777.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Gerdie Jean-Smith
Practice Location
2525 Harbor Blvd Ste 308, Port Charlotte, FL 33952-5344
Mailing Address
2525 Harbor Blvd Ste 308, Port Charlotte, FL 33952-5344
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