Summary

Dr. Melanie Smith specializes in internal medicine and pediatrics, providing comprehensive care for patients across all age groups. She earned her medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport and completed her residency at LSU Health Sciences. With 27 years of experience in practice, Dr. Smith brings extensive knowledge to her patient care. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Smith practices at Louisiana Family Practice in Bossier City, Louisiana, and maintains hospital privileges at Willis Knighton Medical Center. She focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. Her practice includes performing blood tests and helping patients with diabetes management through insulin pen training. Patients have given Dr. Smith an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 27 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 11 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Louisiana Family Practice

2300 Hospital Dr Ste 200Bossier City, LA 71111

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4.4 
27 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Hindi, Gujarati, English Speaks English Speaks English
Bossier City , LAShreveport , LAShreveport , LAShreveport , LA
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport Med School: N.H.L. Medical College Med School: Suez Canal University Med School: Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melanie M. Smith

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • HFN
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Peoples Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melanie M. Smith has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melanie M. Smith has the following 8 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lsu Health Sciences.

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. Smith's NPI number is 1659317410.

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Dr. Melanie Smith is affiliated with Willis Knighton Medical Center.
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Dr. Melanie Smith's office is located at 2300 Hospital Dr Ste 200, Bossier City, LA, 71111.
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