Summary

Dr. J. Smitherman is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated 24 years to providing comprehensive adult healthcare. He earned his medical degree from Baylor University and completed his residency in internal medicine through Baylor's Department of Internal Medicine program in 2005. Dr. Smitherman communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Smitherman practices at Providence Hawks Prairie Family Medicine in Lacey, Washington, and maintains hospital privileges at Providence Saint Peter Hospital. He specializes in treating various stages of kidney disease, including advanced chronic kidney disease. His practice includes coordinating dialysis care and performing colonoscopies for preventive health screenings. Patients have given Dr. Smitherman an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.8
  • 24 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Baylor Department of Internal Medicine
  • 75 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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Speaks English Speaks English, Urdu, Sindhi Speaks English Speaks English, French, Bambara
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Med School: Baylor University Med School: Dow Medical College Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by J. Scott Smitherman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Aetna PPO
  • Cigna PPO
  • Evernorth PPO
  • HCSC HealthSpring Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Health Net Tricare
  • Health Smart PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana HMO
  • Humana PPO
  • Kaiser
  • Kaiser Medicare Advantage
  • Managed Health Network Medicare Advantage
  • Molina Medicare Advantage
  • Molina Medicare Medicaid
  • Naphcare
  • Premera Medicare Advantage
  • Providence Health Plan
  • Providence Health Plan Medicare Advantage-HMO
  • Regence BlueShield Of Washington Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Regence BlueShield Of Washington TRIWEST
  • South Puget Intertribal Planning Agency
  • Thurston County Corrections
  • United Behavioral Health Medicaid* * Medicaid product only for Idaho
  • United Behavioral Health Medicare Advantage
  • United Healthcare
  • Wellcare Medicare Advantage-HMO
  • Wellpoint Medicare Advantage
  • Wellpoint Medicare Advantage Medicaid

Medical Specialties

J. Scott Smitherman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

J. Scott Smitherman has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

J. Scott Smitherman holds an active medical license in the state of Washington.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Baylor Department of Internal Medicine in 2005.

Medical School

Graduated from Baylor University in 2002.

NPI Number

J. Scott Smitherman's NPI number is 1225028053.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does J. Smitherman speak?
J. Smitherman speaks English.
Is J. Smitherman accepting new patients?
J. Smitherman has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is J. Smitherman's office located?
J. Smitherman's office is located at 2555 Marvin Rd NE, Lacey, WA, 98516.
How can I make an appointment with J. Smitherman?
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Does J. Smitherman accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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