Kathleen A Smith, M.D.

Anesthesiology

Kathleen A Smith is an Anesthesiology specialist based in Chapel Hill, NC with over 23 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(919) 966-5136Chapel Hill, NC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across NC can see Kathleen a Smith, M.D. in person in Chapel Hill or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Florida College of Medicine (class of 2003), she has been practicing for over 23 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

1 of 12 Anesthesiology providers in NCSee all Anesthesiology in Chapel Hill23+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 3531dNPPES updated 2016-09-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

N2198 Unc Hospitals Cb# 7010, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7010

Fax: (984) 974-4873
Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
73%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

High Cholesterol
72%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Arthritis
59%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Anxiety Disorders
36%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

Diabetes
34%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

Chronic Kidney Disease
33%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

Mood Disorders
31%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
30%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2003

    University of Florida College of Medicine

  2. 23 years in practice

    Experienced

AnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

Taxonomy: 207L00000X

Education & Training

University of Florida College of Medicine (Class of 2003)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 271647, Salt Lake City, UT 84127-1647

Differs from practice location

Virtual Anesthesiology Care With Kathleen a Smith

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Kathleen a Smith for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Chapel Hill required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kathleen a Smith

Dr. Smith is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Chapel Hill, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 966-5136.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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