Summary

Nurse Practitioner Jennipher Smothers specializes in gastroenterology, bringing 15 years of dedicated experience to her practice. She earned her advanced practice registered nursing degree from Northwestern State University, building a strong foundation in digestive health care. Smothers is fluent in English and works closely with patients experiencing complex gastrointestinal concerns.

Jennipher Smothers practices at Willis Knighton Medical Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. She focuses on helping infants and children who struggle with feeding challenges and weight gain difficulties. Smothers performs bedside swallow evaluations to assess safe eating abilities and coordinates with physical and speech therapy services to support comprehensive patient care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 15 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Northwestern State University
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Jennipher L Smothers

911 Margaret PlShreveport, LA 71101

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15 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks Spanish, French, English Speaks English Speaks English
Shreveport , LAShreveport , LALittle Rock , ARMontgomery , AL
Med School: Northwestern State University Med School: Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: Georgia State University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Jennipher L Smothers

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Jennipher L Smothers has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Jennipher L Smothers has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Registered Nurse

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Jennipher L Smothers holds an active medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Nurse Practitioner with an active medical license in the state of Louisiana that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Northwestern State University in 2017, Northwestern State University (NSULA) (Shreveport Campus) in 2017, Northwestern State University in 2011, and Northwestern State University (NSULA) (Shreveport Campus) in 2011.

NPI Number

Jennipher L Smothers' NPI number is 1528583549.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Jennipher Smothers speak?
Jennipher Smothers speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Jennipher Smothers?
You can find contact information for Jennipher Smothers here on Vitals.
Where is Jennipher Smothers's office located?
Jennipher Smothers's office is located at 911 Margaret Pl, Shreveport, LA, 71101.
Which hospitals is Jennipher Smothers affiliated with?
Jennipher Smothers is affiliated with Willis Knighton Medical Center.
Does Jennipher Smothers accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Jennipher Smothers accepts on their Vitals profile.

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