Orthopaedics

Joseph Smucker, MD

Carmel, IN

I am a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon. For me, the practice of medicine is a combination of patient care, teaching, and research. I began my practice at the University of Iowa in 2005 - a tertiary care, level-one trauma setting. I moved my practice to Indiana Spine Group in 2014. I have a strong interest in research and have published a number of manuscripts and presented my findings at national and international meetings. My patients are the most rewarding pa

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Credentials

Years in Practice

25+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2017-2026 (10 years)
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Spine Surgery

Conditions & Treatments

ScoliosisSpine SurgeryCervical Spine DisordersDegenerative Spine ConditionsLumbar Spine Disorders

Insurance(s) Accepted

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Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Ascension St. Vincent Hospital - Indianapolis
Hendricks Regional Health
Ascension Saint Vincent Kokomo

Conditions Dr. Smucker treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Smucker accept Aetna insurance?

Joseph Smucker's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 5 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Smucker practice?

Joseph Smucker practices in Carmel, IN with hospital affiliations including Ascension St. Vincent Hospital - Indianapolis, Hendricks Regional Health, and Ascension Saint Vincent Kokomo.

What does Dr. Smucker specialize in?

Joseph Smucker is a board-certified orthopaedics specialist with focus areas in Spine Surgery.

How long has Dr. Smucker been practicing?

Joseph Smucker has 27+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedics.