2026 NPPES data Public Health Dentistry NPI 1982721221 D.D.S.
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ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S.

Public Health Dentistry in BRIDGEPORT, Connecticut. 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
67
Medicare Part D claims · 38 beneficiaries · Public Health Dentistry avg: 84
What the federal data reveals: ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S. is a Public Health Dentistry ([object Object]) practicing in BRIDGEPORT, Connecticut with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 67 claims across 38 beneficiaries .

What stands out: ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S. filed 67 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across BRIDGEPORT, Connecticut. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 03/23/2007

NPI 1982721221

Primary specialty

Public Health Dentistry

Niche

1,104 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

67 20% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 84

Specialty distribution in Connecticut

How Public Health Dentistry compares to other specialties among Connecticut providers

Connecticut providers

Public Health Dentistry share within Connecticut

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

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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ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S. is a Public Health Dentistry provider practicing in BRIDGEPORT, Connecticut, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: D.D.S.. NPI: 1982721221. 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.

ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Public Health Dentistry provider holding D.D.S. credentials at 46 ALBION ST, BRIDGEPORT, CT, 06605, with a listed phone of (203) 332-4649. NPI 1982721221 was issued on 03/23/2007. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what WINHOFFER 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 67 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 38 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $329 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

46 ALBION ST
BRIDGEPORT, CT 06605

Provider Details

NPI 1982721221
Specialty Public Health Dentistry
Credentials D.D.S.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 03/23/2007

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

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

67
Total Claims
$329
Total Drug Cost
38
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
67
Total Day Supply
719
Generic Drug Cost
$317
Antibiotic Claims
31

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
66.1 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.17
Gender Split
71% female / 29% male
Age Distribution
<65: 11, 65-74: 19, 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
Amoxicillin
25
Ibuprofen
17

* 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 ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S. 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

ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S.'s 67 claims are below the specialty average of 84.

Nearby Public Health Dentistry Providers in Connecticut

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S.'s specialty?
ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S. specializes in Public Health Dentistry and practices in BRIDGEPORT, Connecticut. Credentials: D.D.S..
How much does ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S. wrote 67 Medicare Part D claims totaling $329 in drug costs for 38 beneficiaries.
Where is ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S. located?
ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S. is located at 46 ALBION ST, BRIDGEPORT, CT, 06605. Phone: (203) 332-4649.
What is ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S.'s NPI number?
ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982721221, issued on 03/23/2007.
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 ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Amoxicillin, Ibuprofen. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S. accept Medicare?
ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S. appears in CMS Medicare data with 67 Part D claims and 38 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S.'s credentials?
ERNEST WINHOFFER, D.D.S.'s NPI is 1982721221 with credentials D.D.S.. 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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