2026 NPPES data Periodontics NPI 1982161006
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KEARNY CHANG

Periodontics in GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colorado. 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
91
Medicare Part D claims · 40 beneficiaries · Periodontics avg: 264
What the federal data reveals: KEARNY CHANG is a Periodontics ([object Object]) practicing in GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colorado with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 91 claims across 40 beneficiaries .

What stands out: KEARNY CHANG filed 91 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colorado. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

KEARNY CHANG at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 02/25/2019

NPI 1982161006

Primary specialty

Periodontics

Mid-sized

6,061 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

91 66% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 264

Specialty distribution in Colorado

How Periodontics compares to other specialties among Colorado providers

Colorado providers

Periodontics share within Colorado

1. Periodontics42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Periodontics share within Colorado

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Periodontics (ABMS / AOA reference)

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

Est. board-certified rate (Periodontics) — ABMS / AOA estimate

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

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KEARNY CHANG is a Periodontics provider practicing in GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colorado, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). NPI: 1982161006. 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.

KEARNY CHANG appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Periodontics provider at 8000 E PRENTICE AVE, GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO, 80111, with a listed phone of (720) 370-2130. NPI 1982161006 was issued on 02/25/2019. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CHANG 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 91 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 40 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $503 in drug spend, with an opioid prescribing rate of 27.5%. 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.

Periodontics is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 6,061 enrolled providers across 53 states and an average of 264 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

8000 E PRENTICE AVE
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80111

Provider Details

NPI 1982161006
Specialty Periodontics
Gender Female
NPI Issued 02/25/2019

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

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

91
Total Claims
$503
Total Drug Cost
40
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
93
Total Day Supply
670
Generic Drug Cost
$477
Opioid Claims
25 (27.5% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
42

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
72.6 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.81
Gender Split
58% female / 43% male

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
27
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
25

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

Periodontics Overview

How KEARNY CHANG fits within the Periodontics landscape nationally.

6,061
Periodontics Providers in US
53
States with Periodontics
264
Avg Claims per Provider

KEARNY CHANG's 91 claims are below the specialty average of 264.

Nearby Periodontics Providers in Colorado

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

Compare Periodontics nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KEARNY CHANG's specialty?
KEARNY CHANG specializes in Periodontics and practices in GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colorado.
How much does KEARNY CHANG prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, KEARNY CHANG wrote 91 Medicare Part D claims totaling $503 in drug costs for 40 beneficiaries.
Where is KEARNY CHANG located?
KEARNY CHANG is located at 8000 E PRENTICE AVE, GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO, 80111. Phone: (720) 370-2130.
What is KEARNY CHANG's NPI number?
KEARNY CHANG's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982161006, issued on 02/25/2019.
Does KEARNY CHANG prescribe opioids?
Yes, KEARNY CHANG had 25 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 27.5%.
How many Periodontics providers are there in the US?
There are 6,061 Periodontics providers across 53 states in the US. The average Periodontics provider writes 264 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does KEARNY CHANG prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, KEARNY CHANG's most frequently prescribed drugs include Amoxicillin, Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does KEARNY CHANG accept Medicare?
KEARNY CHANG appears in CMS Medicare data with 91 Part D claims and 40 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify KEARNY CHANG's credentials?
KEARNY CHANG's NPI is 1982161006. 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.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

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

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