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CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS

Public Health Dentistry in SILVER SPRING, Maryland. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
30
Medicare Part D claims · 27 beneficiaries · Public Health Dentistry avg: 84
What the federal data reveals: CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS is a Public Health Dentistry ([object Object]) practicing in SILVER SPRING, Maryland with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 30 claims across 27 beneficiaries .

What stands out: CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS filed 30 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across SILVER SPRING, Maryland. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/17/2013

NPI 1215378385

Primary specialty

Public Health Dentistry

Niche

1,104 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

30 64% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 84

Specialty distribution in Maryland

How Public Health Dentistry compares to other specialties among Maryland providers

Maryland providers

Public Health Dentistry share within Maryland

1. Public Health Dentistry42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Public Health Dentistry share within Maryland

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Public Health Dentistry (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Public Health Dentistry ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Public Health Dentistry) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Public Health Dentistry) — ABMS / AOA estimate

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CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS is a Public Health Dentistry provider practicing in SILVER SPRING, Maryland, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: DDS. NPI: 1215378385. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Public Health Dentistry provider holding DDS credentials at 14015 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE, SILVER SPRING, MD, 20904, with a listed phone of (301) 384-9795. NPI 1215378385 was issued on 07/17/2013. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CALHOUN-WELLS most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 30 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 27 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $178 in drug spend. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Public Health Dentistry is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 1,104 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 84 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

14015 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE
SILVER SPRING, MD 20904

Provider Details

NPI 1215378385
Specialty Public Health Dentistry
Credentials DDS
Gender Female
NPI Issued 07/17/2013

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

30
Total Claims
$178
Total Drug Cost
27
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
30
Total Day Supply
193
Brand Drug Cost
$0
Generic Drug Cost
$178
Antibiotic Claims
26

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
63.3 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.58
Age Distribution
<65: 11, 65-74: 12, 75-84: N/A, 85+: N/A

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Penicillin V Potassium
19

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Public Health Dentistry Overview

How CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS fits within the Public Health Dentistry landscape nationally.

1,104
Public Health Dentistry Providers in US
54
States with Public Health Dentistry
84
Avg Claims per Provider

CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS's 30 claims are below the specialty average of 84.

Nearby Public Health Dentistry Providers in Maryland

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Maryland, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as CALHOUN-WELLS.

Compare Public Health Dentistry nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS's specialty?
CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS specializes in Public Health Dentistry and practices in SILVER SPRING, Maryland. Credentials: DDS.
How much does CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS wrote 30 Medicare Part D claims totaling $178 in drug costs for 27 beneficiaries.
Where is CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS located?
CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS is located at 14015 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE, SILVER SPRING, MD, 20904. Phone: (301) 384-9795.
What is CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS's NPI number?
CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215378385, issued on 07/17/2013.
How many Public Health Dentistry providers are there in the US?
There are 1,104 Public Health Dentistry providers across 54 states in the US. The average Public Health Dentistry provider writes 84 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS's most frequently prescribed drugs include Penicillin V Potassium. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS accept Medicare?
CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS appears in CMS Medicare data with 30 Part D claims and 27 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS's credentials?
CECELIA CALHOUN-WELLS, DDS's NPI is 1215378385 with credentials DDS. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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