Craig R. Smith
Expertise in
18
conditions
Expertise in
18
conditions
12266 DePaul Drive, Suite 305, 
Bridgeton, MO 

Overview

Dr. Craig Smith is a general surgeon who provides acute and critical care surgery for patients ages 18 and older. His services include general surgery; minimally invasive surgery; robotic surgery; peritoneal dialysis; and hernia surgery. Dr. Smith provides excellent surgical care to every patient, educating them on best care practices. He incorporates the highest quality surgical standards based on his extensive clinical training. Dr. Smith believes that knowing when not to operate is just as important as knowing when to operate - there's a fine line between operating too soon and operating too late. He is trusted and respected by his patients who appreciate how caring, informative, and reassuring he is with them, taking his time to explain the surgery and what to expect. Dr. Smith is a fellow with the American College of Surgeons and a member of International Surgical Missions, recently volunteering on a surgical mission trip to Honduras.

Dr. Smith is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pancreatitis, Choledocholithiasis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

Dr. Smith is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , American Board Of Surgery , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in MO

Board Certifications

Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs
American Board Of Surgery
Missouri State Board Of Registration
Drug Enforcement Administration

Hospital Affiliations

SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis
SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles
Osf Saint Anthony's Health Center
Ssm St Joseph Health Center
Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital
Ssm Health Depaul Hospital St Louis
Bon Secours St Marys Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Cox Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
Dean Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Essence Healthcare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Home State Health
  • EPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

SSM Health Medical Group
12266 DePaul Drive, Suite 305, Bridgeton, MO 63044

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Craig R. Smith

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Craig R. Smith?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Craig R. Smith by calling their office at 314-770-0991. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Craig R. Smith a top-rated expert for Aortic Valve Replacement?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Craig R. Smith is classified as an Distinguished expert for Aortic Valve Replacement, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Craig R. Smith specialize in?

While Dr. Craig R. Smith is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Aortic Valve Replacement, Acute Pancreatitis, and Choledocholithiasis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Craig R. Smith participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Craig R. Smith has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Aortic Valve Replacement. You can view a list of Dr. Craig R. Smith's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Craig R. Smith accept my insurance?

Dr. Craig R. Smith accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-770-0991 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

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