Summary

Dr. Gary Smith brings more than four decades of expertise to his family medicine practice, having earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. He completed his residency training at East Tennessee State University, building a foundation that has supported 42 years of dedicated patient care. Dr. Smith speaks English and focuses on comprehensive family healthcare for patients of all ages.

Dr. Smith practices at Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West in Nashville, Tennessee, where he provides care for conditions including high blood pressure and pediatric hypertension. His approach includes essential diagnostic services such as blood work and urinalysis to help monitor patient health. He also incorporates physical therapy into treatment plans when appropriate. Patients have given Dr. Smith an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 42 years of experience
  • 72 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • East Tennessee State University
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Gary Joe Smith

7640 Highway 70 S Ste 201Nashville, TN 37221
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Gary Joe Smith, MDEric Foley, APRNDr. Saritha Voncha Reddy, MDHalle Holloway, APRN
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
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4.2 
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42 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Russian, Telugu Speaks English
Nashville , TNNashville , TNSmyrna , TNSmyrna , TN
Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston Med School: Yerevan State University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Gary Joe Smith

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • APWU
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - EPO
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - POS
  • Humana - PPO
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Priority Health
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Gary Joe Smith has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Gary Joe Smith has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Gary Joe Smith holds an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at East Tennessee State University.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston in 1984.

NPI Number

Gary Joe Smith's NPI number is 1659375228.

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Gary Joe Smith speaks English.
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Gary Joe Smith is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West.

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