Dr. James Smelser
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 31 years
- Graduated from: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 1990
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1881685089
Dr. James Smelser M. D.
Nephrologist
He is located at 810 Franklin Street Southeast Suite A in Huntsville, AL 35801. Can help patients with the following: Atherosclerosis, Chest Pain, Edema, Influenza, Nausea and Vomiting, Osteoporosis. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881685089. Appointment can be made via the phone number (256) 533-7676. He is affiliated with 1 practices and 5 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. James Smelser, being an nephrologist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. James Smelser.
- Abdominal Pain
- Acute Pain
- Anemia
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Atherosclerosis
- Bladder Control
- Blood in Urine
- Chest Pain
- Cholecystitis
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Common Cold
- Constipation
- Cystitis
- Diarrhea
- Edema
- Fever
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- General Care
- Gout
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS)
- Hiatal Hernia
- High Blood Pressure
- Hot Flashes
- Hydronephrosis
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Hyponatremia
- Influenza
- Inguinal Hernia
- Kidney Cancer
- Kidney Failure
- Kidney Infection
- Kidney Stones
- Low Blood Pressure
- Low Potassium
- Migraine
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Obesity
- Osteoporosis
- Peptic Ulcer
- Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
- Prescription Refill
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Urethritis
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Vitamin D Deficiency
Procedures Performed by Dr. James Smelser
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. James Smelser as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Oscar Insurance Company
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 9 plans from Oscar Insurance Company
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze Classic 4700 | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Classic Standard | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Gold Classic Standard | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Gold Simple | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Classic Standard | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple Chronic Care CKM | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. James Smelser is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. James Smelser is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Nephrology .
Medicare practice location(s) (city/state/zip only, as reported to Medicare):
- HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35801-4310
Bills through: Huntsville Renal Clinic, Pc
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| CHF Solutions | $16729 |
| Otsuka Pharmaceutical | $973 |
| Fresenius | $417 |
Other
| Consulting | $13640 |
| Food and Beverage | $5132 |
| Travel and Lodging | $2491 |
Studies
UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 1990Additional Specialities
- Internist
Affiliated hospitals
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Questions & Answers
What conditions does Dr. James Smelser treat?
Dr. James Smelser provides treatment for Atherosclerosis, Chest Pain, Edema, Influenza, Nausea and Vomiting, Osteoporosis. For the full list see this list.
Has Dr. James Smelser affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. James Smelser is affiliated with HUNTSVILLE HOSPITAL. For the full list of hospitals see this list.
Does Dr. James Smelser have affiliation with practices?
Dr. James Smelser is affiliated with Huntsville Renal Clinic.
Does Dr. James Smelser accept patients with Oscar Insurance Company?
Yes, Dr. James Smelser is listed in-network for Oscar Insurance Company through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Where can you meet with Dr. James Smelser?
Dr. James Smelser's office is located at 810 Franklin Street Southeast Suite A in Huntsville, AL 35801.