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John Smith, NP

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Smith Nurse Practitioner

15190 COMMUNITY RD STE 120, Gulfport, MS 39503(228) 205-682520 years practicing
93/100
Top Established
NPI1114021359

Is John Smith, NP a Good Nurse Practitioner?

John Smith, NP has a trust score of 93/100 — placing them in the top tier of verified nurse practitioners in Gulfport, MS. With 20 years of practice, they are among the most experienced nurse practitioners in the area — well above the local average of 10 years.

The most important verification step for any nurse practitioner is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Smith's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.

What is a acute care nurse practitioner?

Acute care NPs manage complex, acutely ill patients, often in hospitals and specialty settings.

When to see one: Typically in hospital or specialty inpatient settings.

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Trust Verification

  • NPI Active
  • License Active
  • No Disciplinary Actions
  • Credentials Verified
  • Established Practice
  • Focus Verified

Nurse practitioners in Gulfport, MS

Gulfport has 304 verified nurse practitioners on NPProof, with an average of about 10 years in practice, and 21 focused on acute care nurse practitioner. Mississippi nurse practitioners are licensed and disciplined by the Mississippi Board of Nursing, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.

Peer Comparison

20

Years practicing

10

Avg in Gulfport

304

Nurse Practitioners in Gulfport

NP

Credential

Before your appointment

  • Confirm Smith's license is active and unrestricted with the Mississippi board of nursing (link on this page).
  • Ask whether they practice independently or under a collaborative agreement — scope varies by state.
  • Confirm they can prescribe what you may need, including any controlled medications, in your state.
  • Describe your health goal and ask whether they handle it directly or coordinate with a physician.
  • Ask about cost, insurance, and typical appointment length.

Frequently asked questions

Is John Smith, NP a licensed nurse practitioner?

John Smith, NP is an advanced-practice nurse practitioner (NP) with an NPI (1114021359) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Mississippi Board of Nursing — verify current standing using the link on this page.

How experienced is John Smith, NP?

John Smith, NP has approximately 20 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average nurse practitioner in Gulfport has about 10 years. There are 304 nurse practitioners in Gulfport, including 21 with a acute care nurse practitioner focus.

Where is John Smith, NP located?

John Smith, NP practices at Smith Nurse Practitioner, 15190 COMMUNITY RD STE 120, Gulfport, MS 39503. Phone: (228) 205-6825.

Verify License & Discipline

License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Mississippi Board of Nursing, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Smith's current standing at the source:

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Quick Facts

Focus
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Credential
NP
Gender
Male
NPI Since
09/08/2006

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