Kris A Smith, MD

Neurological Surgery

Kris A Smith is a Neurological Surgery specialist based in Phoenix, AZ with over 37 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(602) 406-7750Phoenix, AZ
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Kris a Smith, MD practices as part of a group neurosurgeon practice in Phoenix, AZ. A University of Nevada School of Medicine graduate since 1989, he brings 37+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

1 of 44 Neurological Surgery providers in AZSee all Neurological Surgery in Phoenix37+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 381dNPPES updated 2025-05-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Arizona Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

2910 N 3rd Ave # 200, Phoenix, AZ 85013-4434

Fax: (602) 406-6398
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

High Cholesterol
75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Hypertension
72%

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

Arthritis
48%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Stroke / TIA
41%

Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention

Anxiety Disorders
38%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

Diabetes
30%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

Depression
30%

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

Mood Disorders
30%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

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 · 1989

    University of Nevada School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · May 7, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 37 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Neurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.

Taxonomy: 207T00000X

Education & Training

University of Nevada School of Medicine (Class of 1989)

Virtual Neurological Surgery Care With Kris a Smith

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kris a Smith

Dr. Smith is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Phoenix, AZ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (602) 406-7750.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

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

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