Overview
Michael Smith is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Hoover, Alabama.
Dr. Smith is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tennis Elbow, Tenosynovitis, Synovitis, and Endoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 41 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.
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- POS
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- STATE MEDICAID
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
4517 Southlake Pkwy, Hoover, AL 35244
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael D. Smith
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael D. Smith?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael D. Smith by calling their office at 205-985-4111. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael D. Smith a top-rated expert for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael D. Smith is classified as an Distinguished expert for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, 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. Michael D. Smith specialize in?
While Dr. Michael D. Smith is a Hand Surgery, they have specific expertise in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tennis Elbow, and Tenosynovitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hand Surgery.
Does Dr. Michael D. Smith participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael D. Smith has published 40 articles and abstracts on conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Michael D. Smith's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael D. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael D. Smith accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 205-985-4111 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Smith isDistinguished. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- Advanced
- Dupuytren ContractureDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Dupuytren Contracture.
- Ganglion CystDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- Radial Nerve DysfunctionDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Radial Nerve Dysfunction.
- RhizarthrosisDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Rhizarthrosis.
- Scaphoid Non-UnionDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Scaphoid Non-Union.
- Synovial OsteochondromatosisDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Synovial Osteochondromatosis.
- SynovitisDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Synovitis.
- TendinitisDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- Tennis ElbowDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Tennis Elbow.
- TenosynovitisDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
- Trigger ThumbDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Trigger Thumb.
- Experienced
- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- BursitisDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- Contracture DeformityDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Contracture Deformity.
- Distal Median Nerve DysfunctionDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction.
- EndoscopyDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- GanglioneuromaDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Ganglioneuroma.
- HemangiopericytomaDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Hemangiopericytoma.
- Infectious ArthritisDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.
- Juvenile AngiofibromaDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Angiofibroma.
- Kienbock's DiseaseDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Kienbock's Disease.
- OsteoporosisDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Osteoporosis.
- Postmenopausal OsteoporosisDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.
- Thoracic Outlet SyndromeDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
- Ulnar Nerve DysfunctionDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction.