Mekaela Kaplan Smith, DO
Mekaela Kaplan Smith, DO runs an independent family medicine physician practice in Harrisonburg, VA. A Nova Southeastern College of Osteo Medicine graduate since 2019, she brings 7+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 95.11/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 46% of reporting doctors in Virginia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 80% of MIPS-scored doctors in Virginia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1394dNPPES updated 2022-07-12 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 80% of doctors in Virginia on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202395.11/100
Virginia avg: 82.9 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.5 pts)
Better than 80% of MIPS-scored doctors in VirginiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.79%
Virginia avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Virginia0.79% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
269
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
321
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,533
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $217k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,357 reporting peers in Virginia.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Graduated medical school · 2019
Nova Southeastern College of Osteo Medicine
Board certified · Jul 11, 2022
CMS-verified certification date
7 years in practice
Established
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Nova Southeastern College of Osteo Medicine (Class of 2019)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Mekaela Kaplan Smith
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mekaela Kaplan Smith for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Harrisonburg 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 Mekaela Kaplan Smith
Dr. Smith is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Harrisonburg, VA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (540) 564-5400.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Mekaela Kaplan Smith
Practice Location
1931 Medical Ave, Harrisonburg, VA 22801-3437
Mailing Address
1931 Medical Ave, Harrisonburg, VA 22801-3437
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