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Dr. James Preston Smith, OD
Optometrist in Selmer, TN · enumerated 2006.
Data current as of Jul 13, 2026 · sourced from CMS NPPES
National Provider Identifier
1437138492
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Registry record
Entity type Individual (Type 1)
Name Dr. James Preston Smith
Credential OD
Sex Male
Practice address 138 W Houston, Selmer, TN, 38375
Phone (731) 645-7255
Fax (731) 645-8047
Enumeration date Jan 10, 2006
Last updated in NPPES Nov 15, 2007
Taxonomy & licenses
OD · Doctor of Optometry: A licensed optometrist providing primary vision care, eye exams, and corrective lenses.
About the OD credential
Other identifiers
| Identifier | Type | State | Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3518138 | Medicaid | TN | - |
| 410030549 | Other | TN | RAILROAD MEDICARE |
What is an NPI number?
A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique 10-digit number that CMS assigns to every U.S. healthcare provider and organization under HIPAA. Type 1 NPIs identify individual providers; Type 2 NPIs identify organizations. The NPI appears on insurance claims, prescriptions, and credentialing paperwork, and never changes, even if the provider moves or changes specialty.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NPI number for James Smith?
The National Provider Identifier (NPI) for James Smith is 1437138492, a Type 1 (individual) record in the CMS NPPES registry.
Where does James Smith practice?
The practice location on file with NPPES is in Selmer, TN. Providers can have multiple locations; NPPES lists the primary practice address.
Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-13. Provider record last updated 2007-11-15.