2026 NPPES data General Practice Dentistry NPI 1295825222 DDS
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CHARLES BERNARD, DDS

General Practice Dentistry in LAFAYETTE, Louisiana. 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
109
Medicare Part D claims · 66 beneficiaries · General Practice Dentistry avg: 82
What the federal data reveals: CHARLES BERNARD, DDS is a General Practice Dentistry ([object Object]) practicing in LAFAYETTE, Louisiana with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 109 claims across 66 beneficiaries .

What the federal data shows

CHARLES BERNARD, DDS filed 109 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a General Practice Dentistry in LAFAYETTE, Louisiana.

109
Part D claims, 2023

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CHARLES BERNARD, DDS at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/13/2006

NPI 1295825222

Primary specialty

General Practice Dentistry

High-volume

121,627 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

109 33% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 82

Specialty distribution in Louisiana

How General Practice Dentistry compares to other specialties among Louisiana providers

Louisiana providers

General Practice Dentistry share within Louisiana

1. General Practice Dentistry42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
General Practice Dentistry share within Louisiana

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — General Practice Dentistry (ABMS / AOA reference)

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

Est. board-certified rate (General Practice Dentistry) — ABMS / AOA estimate

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

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

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CHARLES BERNARD, DDS is a General Practice Dentistry provider practicing in LAFAYETTE, Louisiana, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: DDS. NPI: 1295825222. 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.

CHARLES BERNARD, DDS appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a General Practice Dentistry provider holding DDS credentials at 2726 KALISTE SALOOM RD, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70508, with a listed phone of (337) 984-9414. NPI 1295825222 was issued on 10/13/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BERNARD 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 109 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 66 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $238 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.

General Practice Dentistry is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 121,627 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 82 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

2726 KALISTE SALOOM RD
LAFAYETTE, LA 70508

Provider Details

NPI 1295825222
Specialty General Practice Dentistry
Credentials DDS
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/13/2006

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

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

109
Total Claims
$238
Total Drug Cost
66
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
109
Total Day Supply
259
Generic Drug Cost
$227
Antibiotic Claims
105

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
75.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.06
Gender Split
64% female / 36% male
Age Distribution
<65: 0, 65-74: 32, 75-84: 21, 85+: 13

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Amoxicillin
73
Clindamycin Hcl
13

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

General Practice Dentistry Overview

How CHARLES BERNARD, DDS fits within the General Practice Dentistry landscape nationally.

121,627
General Practice Dentistry Providers in US
56
States with General Practice Dentistry
82
Avg Claims per Provider

CHARLES BERNARD, DDS's 109 claims are above the specialty average of 82.

Nearby General Practice Dentistry Providers in Louisiana

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Louisiana, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as BERNARD.

Compare General Practice Dentistry nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CHARLES BERNARD, DDS's specialty?
CHARLES BERNARD, DDS specializes in General Practice Dentistry and practices in LAFAYETTE, Louisiana. Credentials: DDS.
How much does CHARLES BERNARD, DDS prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, CHARLES BERNARD, DDS wrote 109 Medicare Part D claims totaling $238 in drug costs for 66 beneficiaries.
Where is CHARLES BERNARD, DDS located?
CHARLES BERNARD, DDS is located at 2726 KALISTE SALOOM RD, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70508. Phone: (337) 984-9414.
What is CHARLES BERNARD, DDS's NPI number?
CHARLES BERNARD, DDS's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295825222, issued on 10/13/2006.
How many General Practice Dentistry providers are there in the US?
There are 121,627 General Practice Dentistry providers across 56 states in the US. The average General Practice Dentistry provider writes 82 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does CHARLES BERNARD, DDS prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, CHARLES BERNARD, DDS's most frequently prescribed drugs include Amoxicillin, Clindamycin Hcl. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does CHARLES BERNARD, DDS accept Medicare?
CHARLES BERNARD, DDS appears in CMS Medicare data with 109 Part D claims and 66 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify CHARLES BERNARD, DDS's credentials?
CHARLES BERNARD, DDS's NPI is 1295825222 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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