Summary

Dr. James Smith is a family medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed his residency at LSU Health Sciences. With nearly five decades of medical practice, he brings extensive experience to comprehensive family care. Dr. Smith speaks English and has dedicated his career to serving patients across multiple communities in Louisiana and Florida.

Dr. Smith practices at Morehouse General Hospital and maintains offices in Bastrop, Louisiana, and Gainesville, Florida. He specializes in managing common health conditions including obesity, high blood pressure, and pediatric care. His practice includes administering insulin pen therapy and autoinjector treatments for patients with chronic conditions. Patients have given Dr. Smith an average rating of 4.6 stars for his compassionate care and medical expertise.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 49 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. James Michael Smith has 5 locations

Morehouse General Hospital

323 W Walnut AveBastrop, LA 71220

Smith James M Office

532 S Washington StBastrop, LA 71220
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Internal Medicine At Tower Hill

7540 W University Ave Ste AGainesville, FL 32607

Bastrop Addictive Disorders Clinic

320 S Franklin StBastrop, LA 71220
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Tensas Community Health Center

402 Levee RdSaint Joseph, LA 71366
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.6 
49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Bastrop , LAHouston , TXBaton Rouge , LABaton Rouge , LA
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Obafemi Awolowo University College of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Michael Smith

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana - POS
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Plan of Nevada
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MediGold
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Peoples Health
  • Peoples Health - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc. - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Michael Smith has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Michael Smith has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lsu Health Sciences.

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans in 1977.

NPI Number

Dr. Smith's NPI number is 1225065709.

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Dr. James Smith's office is located at 323 W Walnut Ave, Bastrop, LA, 71220.
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Dr. James Smith speaks English.
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