Dr. James A. Smith JR. D.M.D.
Endodontist
He is located at 1500 20th Street South in Birmingham, AL 35205. Can help patients with the following: Dental Exam and Cleaning, Dental Plaque, Dentures, Loose Tooth, Oral Cancer Examination, Traumatic Dental Injury. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679662126. Appointment can be made via the phone number (205) 933-8544.
Conditions treated
Dr. James A. Smith, being an endodontist, 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 A. Smith.
- Abscessed Tooth
- Bad Breath
- Bleeding Gums
- Canker Sore
- Cavity
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Cracked Tooth
- Dental Bridges
- Dental Crowns and Caps
- Dental Emergency
- Dental Exam and Cleaning
- Dental Fillings and Repairs
- Dental Implants
- Dental Malocclusion
- Dental Plaque
- Dental Sealant
- Dentin Hypersensitivity
- Dentures
- Edentulism
- Gum Disease / Gingivitis
- Invisalign
- Laser
- Loose Tooth
- Oral Cancer Examination
- Pericoronitis
- Root Canal
- Sensitive Teeth
- Smile Makeover
- Stained Teeth
- Teeth Grinding
- Teeth Whitening
- Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ)
- Tongue Problems
- Tooth Extraction
- Tooth Resorption
- Toothache
- Traumatic Dental Injury
- Veneers
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. James A. Smith as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Ambetter of Alabama
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 18 plans from Ambetter of Alabama
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complete Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Enhanced Diabetes Care Silver with $0 Drug Options | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Enhanced Diabetes Care Silver with $0 Drug Options + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
Dental plans
BEST Life
Network data as of Sep 8, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEST Life Essential Basic Dental Plan | PPO · Low | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BEST Life Essential Value Dental Plan | PPO · Low | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BEST Life Preferred Dental Plan | PPO · High | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BEST Life Superior Dental Plan | PPO · High | In Network | Accepting new patients |
Delta Dental PPO
Network data as of Sep 12, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Dental PPO Basic Plan for Families | PPO · Low | Delta Dental PPO | Accepting new patients |
| Delta Dental PPO Preferred Plan for Families | PPO · High | Delta Dental PPO | Accepting new patients |
| Delta Dental PPO Preventive Plan for Families | PPO · Low | Delta Dental PPO | Accepting new patients |
Humana
Network data as of Sep 13, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Dental Smart Choice - High | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Humana Dental Smart Choice - Lite | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Humana Dental Smart Choice - Low | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Renaissance Dental
Network data as of Sep 16, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama Preferred Plan | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Alabama Preferred Plan (Pediatric Only) | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Alabama Preferred Plus Plan | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Alabama Preferred Plus Plan (Pediatric Only) | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Alabama Wellness Essentials Plan | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
TRUASSURE INSURANCE COMPANY
Network data as of Sep 11, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| TruAssure Basic Adult or Child Dental Plan | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| TruAssure Preferred Adult or Child Dental Plan | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| TruAssure Preventive Dental Plan | PPO · Low | 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 A. Smith 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 A. Smith is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Order And Referring Only - Oral Surgery (also registered under: Practitioner - Oral Surgery) .
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Sep 29, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received from industry
- $461,348.74 in general payments (consulting fees, meals, travel, gifts, etc.) across 493 payments
- $100,605.00 in research payments across 15 payments
- $44,535.28 in reported ownership/investment interests
Professional & research payments
| Category | Amount | Payments |
|---|---|---|
| Consulting fees | $281,600.70 | 115 |
| Research payments | $100,605.00 | 15 |
| Honoraria | $63,795.24 | 24 |
| Ownership & investment interests | $44,535.28 | 7 |
Meals, travel & gifts
| Category | Amount | Payments |
|---|---|---|
| Travel and lodging | $97,343.91 | 149 |
| Food and beverage | $17,733.73 | 197 |
| Gifts | $747.16 | 7 |
Other payments
| Category | Amount | Payments |
|---|---|---|
| Education | $128.00 | 1 |
Companies that paid this doctor
| Company | Amount | Payments |
|---|---|---|
| Sonendo Inc | $605,850.45 | 509 |
| A-dec, Inc. | $260.00 | 2 |
| NuSmile, Ltd. | $128.84 | 1 |
| ENDOCO Inc dba Ultimate Dental | $128.65 | 1 |
| PFIZER INC. | $100.00 | 1 |
| Tulsa Dental Products LLC | $21.08 | 1 |
Based on CMS Open Payments data collected as of Sep 10, 2026. This reflects only payments CMS classifies as reportable and published under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act - it is not a complete picture of every financial relationship, and it is not a comment on the quality of care Dr. James A. Smith provides.
Additional Specialities
- Dentist
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Questions & Answers
Does Dr. James A. Smith accept insurance?
Dr. James A. Smith is listed in-network for 36 ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plans from Ambetter of Alabama, BEST Life, Delta Dental PPO, Humana, Renaissance Dental, TRUASSURE INSURANCE COMPANY. See the Marketplace plans section for details.
What conditions does Dr. James A. Smith treat?
Dr. James A. Smith provides treatment for Dental Exam and Cleaning, Dental Plaque, Dentures, Loose Tooth, Oral Cancer Examination, Traumatic Dental Injury. For the full list see this list.
Where can you meet with Dr. James A. Smith?
Dr. James A. Smith's office is located at 1500 20th Street South in Birmingham, AL 35205.