Stephen Keith Smith, M.D.
Patients across NC can see Stephen Keith Smith, M.D. in person in Morganton or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of South Carolina School of Medicine graduate since 1982, he brings 44+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 41% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6840dNPPES updated 2007-08-14 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
103 Medical Heights Dr, Morganton, NC 28655-5197
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better6.07%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+1 pts)
6.07% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.5%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in North CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
392
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
698
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
18,643
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.76M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.
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, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ 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.
$228 received from industry
12 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Stephen Keith Smith's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1982
University of South Carolina School of Medicine
44 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
University of South Carolina School of Medicine (Class of 1982)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Stephen Keith Smith
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Stephen Keith Smith for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Morganton 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 Stephen Keith Smith
Dr. Smith is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Morganton, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (828) 437-4211.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Stephen Keith Smith
Practice Location
103 Medical Heights Dr, Morganton, NC 28655-5197
Mailing Address
103 Medical Heights Dr, Morganton, NC 28655-5197
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