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Denise Smithem, DNP, ANP-C

Denise Smithem, DNP, ANP-C

Specialty

Cardiovascular Disease

Languages

English

Seeing patients at

Monday 7:00 AM - 7:15 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM - 7:15 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 7:15 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM - 7:15 PM
Friday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday Closed
Hours may vary, please contact to schedule and confirm appointment availability.

Patient Reviews

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28 reviews

  • Apr 30, 2026
    Verified Review

    She goes over everything in detail. She does not rush through the visit. Answers all questions and is thorough. Wonderful bedside manner. She is very kind.

  • Apr 22, 2026
    Verified Review

    Denise Smithem, DNP-ANP-C, is very competent. I feel very confident that I am getting the medical treatment.

  • Apr 5, 2026
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    An attentive listener, provides thorough treatment explanations and implications, explains alternatives. I never feel rushed. I feel like I'm being treated, not processed. I'm lucky to have her. She's super.

  • Apr 3, 2026
    Verified Review

    She always takes the time to listen to me, explain all information, and make suggestions for future goals.

  • Mar 27, 2026
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    Denise is AMAZING! I would rather see her than the MD. She is kind, compassionate, and truly listens to me. She is professional and takes the whole of me into acccount when determine my treatment plan.

  • Mar 16, 2026
    Verified Review

    She is very knowledgeable, professional, and caring.

  • Mar 14, 2026
    Verified Review

    Denise is wonderful. She is so smart and pleasant, she takes her time with you and truly listens. Then, come up with a care plan together. I recommend her to everyone.

  • Mar 5, 2026
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    As I answered the first question I was extremely satisfied with the time she spent with me and the dept she went into with each of my tests. She was also very caring

  • Feb 8, 2026
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    Always knowledgeable and passionate about provide care.

  • Feb 5, 2026
    Verified Review

    She was very thorough, caring and explained things.

  • Feb 3, 2026
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    Very good , I like her .

  • Feb 2, 2026
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    Denise is extremely compassionate, understanding, and astute. She also spends enough time understanding my needs and I never feel rushed.

  • Jan 25, 2026
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    She is very thorough and knows her patients very well as far as their history is concerned.

  • Jan 22, 2026
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    She was very efficient and understanding. She explained everything simply and completely and made sure I understood everything she explained to me. Very down to earth and compassionate nurse practitioner. I highly recommend her.

  • Jan 14, 2026
    Verified Review

    Knowledgeable, caring

  • Jan 14, 2026
    Verified Review

    She is excellent, always thorough, very professional yet always friendly and listens to you.

  • Dec 28, 2025
    Verified Review

    She's great

  • Nov 18, 2025
    Verified Review

    Extremely comforting, listens to your issues and works with you to find solutions top-notch

  • Nov 17, 2025
    Verified Review

    She is very professional, caring, understanding and understandable

  • Nov 12, 2025
    Verified Review

    Spoke to me, not at me. Kept me informed. Sweet and courteous.

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  • About Denise Smithem, DNP, ANP-C

    Denise Smithem is a doctor of nursing practice providing adult primary care. She focuses on preventive services and chronic condition management.

    Philosophy of care

    Denise Smithem emphasizes patient education and collaborative care.

    Gender

    Female

    Licenses

    NY, 305396

    Network Name

    Crystal Run Healthcare

    NPI

    1710208814

  • Insurance Accepted

    This list is for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current plans accepted by the provider. Optum accepts most major health insurance plans. Please contact your insurance company to confirm your coverage, eligibility, and the provider's participation in your plan.

    • AARP
    • Aetna
    • Anthem/BCBS
    • CDPHP
    • Cigna
    • Emblem
    • FDNY/WTC911
    • HealthFirst
    • Humana
    • MVP
    • Magnacare
    • MedicaidNY/Medicare
    • Molina
    • Multiplan
    • NYSHIP
    • Northwell
    • Oscar
    • Oxford
    • Tricare
    • UHC
    • Univera
    • VA/CHAMPVA