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Dr. Christopher Smeltzer, MD

Pediatrics*
4.5 (8)
Map Pin Small Nashville, TN
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Christopher Smeltzer, MD

Dr. Christopher Smeltzer, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist in Nashville, TN. They specialize in Pediatrics, has 31 years of experience, and is board certified in Pediatrics. They graduated from Vanderbilt University and is affiliated with Tristar Centennial Medical Center. Dr. Smeltzer, completed a residency at Vanderbilt University. Patients rated Dr. Smeltzer an average 4.5 star rating.

Dr. Smeltzer works at Old Harding Pediatric Associates in Nashville, TN. They frequently treat conditions like Acute Upper Respiratory Infection along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Smeltzer's Office Locations

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    Old Harding Pediatric Associates
    7640 Highway 70 S Ste 202, Nashville, TN 37221 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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    Old Harding Pediatric Associates
    5819 Old Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37205 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Immunization Administration
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Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Immunization Administration

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Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Immunization Administration
Wellness Examination
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Fever
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Newborn Jaundice
Pharyngitis
Strep Throat
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Circumcision
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Abdominal Pain
Acne
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Acute Bronchitis
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
ADHD and-or ADD
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Asthma
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Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Balanitis
Balanoposthitis
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiolitis
Bronchitis
Burn Injuries
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Cellulitis
Chickenpox
Chronic Sinusitis
Constipation
Contact Dermatitis
Cough
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diaper Rash
Diarrhea
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Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Dysentery
Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Elbow Sprain
Esophagitis
Febrile Convulsion
Folliculitis
Foot Infection
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Headache
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Hives
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Hypothyroidism
Impetigo
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Influenza (Flu)
Itchy Skin
Joint Pain
Laryngitis
Limb Pain
Lipid Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Menstrual Disorders
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nausea
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Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Orchitis
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Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pediatric Obesity
Pediatric Overweight
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Wart
Pneumonia
Poison Ivy
Pollen Allergy
Polyuria
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Rash
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Reflux Esophagitis
Ringworm
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Salivary Gland Cyst
Sebaceous Cysts
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Second-Degree Burns
Shortness of Breath
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stye
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Swine Flu
Tension Headache
Thrush
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Tonsillitis
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Vertigo
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Viral Infection
Warts
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Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Infant Care
Nail Avulsion and Excision
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    Insurance Accepted

    • Aetna
    • Alliant Health Plans
    • American General
    • Beech Street (Multiplan)
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • CHAMPVA
    • Cigna
    • Compassionate Care Network (CCN)
    • First Health
    • Medicaid of Kentucky
    • Midwest Health Plan
    • MultiPlan
    • NovaNet
    • Signature Health Alliance
    • UnitedHealthCare
    • Worker's Compensation

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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.5
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    About Dr. Christopher Smeltzer, MD

    Specialties*
    • Pediatrics

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    Years of Experience
    • 31 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    Gender
    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1225098072
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Vanderbilt University
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Vanderbilt University
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Vanderbilt University
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Pediatrics
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Tristar Centennial Medical Center

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Christopher Smeltzer, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Smeltzer is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Smeltzer has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Smeltzer works at Old Harding Pediatric Associates in Nashville, TN. View the full address on Dr. Smeltzer’s profile.

    Dr. Smeltzer has seen patients for Acute Upper Respiratory Infection, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Smeltzer on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    8 patients have reviewed Dr. Smeltzer. The overall rating for this provider is 4.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Smeltzer.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Smeltzer, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Smeltzer appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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