Jesse Joshua Smith, MD, PHD
Jesse Joshua Smith is a Surgery specialist based in Houston, TX with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Jesse Joshua Smith, MD, PHD has practiced surgery for 22+ years, working in group practice. A University of Texas Medical School at Houston graduate since 2004, he brings 22+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, cancer, and high cholesterol. CMS MIPS quality score: 90.76/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 82% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 264dNPPES updated 2025-09-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4000
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 82% of doctors in Texas on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202390.76/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.2 pts)
Better than 82% of MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
196
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescriptions Written
13
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $667
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 Hypertension, Cancer, and High Cholesterol.
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
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+54%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$24.1k received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Jesse Joshua Smith's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2004
Mcgovern Medical School at Uthealth Houston
Board certified · Sep 1, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
22 years in practice
Experienced
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical School at Houston (Class of 2004)
Mailing address
Po Box 4439, Houston, TX 77210-4439
Differs from practice location
Virtual Surgery Care With Jesse Joshua Smith
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Jesse Joshua Smith for blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations, 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 Jesse Joshua Smith
Dr. Smith is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Houston, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (713) 792-6161.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4000
Mailing Address
Po Box 4439, Houston, TX 77210-4439
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