Paula E Smith, FNP-C
Paula E Smith is a Family Nurse Practitioner based in Rio Rancho, NM with over 10 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Paula E Smith, FNP-C has practiced nursing for 10+ years, working in group practice. With 10+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Rio Rancho area. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 85.18/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 57% of reporting doctors in New Mexico
- Uses generic medications more than 26% of reporting doctors in New Mexico
- Federal MIPS score higher than 55% of MIPS-scored doctors in New Mexico
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in New Mexico, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202385.18/100
New Mexico avg: 84.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.6 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in New MexicoHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.45%
New Mexico avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New Mexico0.45% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.4%
New Mexico avg: 84.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
104
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
218
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,418
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $275k
Percentile rankings compared against 495 reporting peers in New Mexico.
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%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
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.
Board certified · Oct 22, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
10 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LF0000X
Mailing address
800 Bradbury Dr Se Ste 116, Albuquerque, NM 87106-4310
Differs from practice location
Virtual Nursing Care With Paula E Smith
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Paula E Smith for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Rio Rancho 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 Paula E Smith
NPI records show Dr. Smith as active with telehealth listed in Rio Rancho, NM. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (505) 994-7000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
3001 Broadmoor Blvd Ne, Rio Rancho, NM 87144-2100
Mailing Address
800 Bradbury Dr Se Ste 116, Albuquerque, NM 87106-4310
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