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MICHAEL CURRY, DDS

Periodontics in FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas. 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
469
Medicare Part D claims · 173 beneficiaries · Periodontics avg: 264
Generic prescribing
97%
generic claims · 3% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: MICHAEL CURRY, DDS is a Periodontics ([object Object]) practicing in FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 469 claims across 173 beneficiaries — 3% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: MICHAEL CURRY, DDS filed 469 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

MICHAEL CURRY, DDS at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 09/20/2006

NPI 1497852495

Primary specialty

Periodontics

Mid-sized

6,061 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

469 78% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 264

Specialty distribution in Arkansas

How Periodontics compares to other specialties among Arkansas providers

Arkansas providers

Periodontics share within Arkansas

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

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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MICHAEL CURRY, DDS is a Periodontics provider practicing in FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: DDS. NPI: 1497852495. 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.

MICHAEL CURRY, DDS appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Periodontics provider holding DDS credentials at 1831 N GREEN ACRES RD, FAYETTEVILLE, AR, 72703, with a listed phone of (479) 521-6400. NPI 1497852495 was issued on 09/20/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CURRY 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 469 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 173 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $4K in drug spend, split 3% brand-name and 97% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 29.6%. 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

1831 N GREEN ACRES RD
FAYETTEVILLE, AR 72703

Provider Details

NPI 1497852495
Specialty Periodontics
Credentials DDS
Gender Male
NPI Issued 09/20/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

MICHAEL CURRY, DDS — brand share 3.0%
Specialty average (est.)

3% brand-name claims vs 97% generic, on 469 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

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

469
Total Claims
$4K
Total Drug Cost
173
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
471
Total Day Supply
3,188
Brand vs Generic
3% brand / 97% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$226
Generic Drug Cost
$4K
Opioid Claims
139 (29.6% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
188

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
71.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.80
Gender Split
64% female / 36% 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
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
127
Amoxicillin
125
Chlorhexidine Gluconate
48
Cephalexin
35
Methylprednisolone
30
Scopolamine
18
Clarithromycin
16
Fluocinonide
14

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

Periodontics Overview

How MICHAEL CURRY, DDS fits within the Periodontics landscape nationally.

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

MICHAEL CURRY, DDS's 469 claims are above the specialty average of 264.

Nearby Periodontics Providers in Arkansas

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MICHAEL CURRY, DDS's specialty?
MICHAEL CURRY, DDS specializes in Periodontics and practices in FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas. Credentials: DDS.
How much does MICHAEL CURRY, DDS prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, MICHAEL CURRY, DDS wrote 469 Medicare Part D claims totaling $4K in drug costs for 173 beneficiaries.
Where is MICHAEL CURRY, DDS located?
MICHAEL CURRY, DDS is located at 1831 N GREEN ACRES RD, FAYETTEVILLE, AR, 72703. Phone: (479) 521-6400.
What is MICHAEL CURRY, DDS's NPI number?
MICHAEL CURRY, DDS's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497852495, issued on 09/20/2006.
Does MICHAEL CURRY, DDS prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
MICHAEL CURRY, DDS's prescribing is 3% brand-name and 97% generic drugs by claim count, with $226 in brand drug costs.
Does MICHAEL CURRY, DDS prescribe opioids?
Yes, MICHAEL CURRY, DDS had 139 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 29.6%.
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 MICHAEL CURRY, DDS prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, MICHAEL CURRY, DDS's most frequently prescribed drugs include Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, Amoxicillin, Chlorhexidine Gluconate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does MICHAEL CURRY, DDS accept Medicare?
MICHAEL CURRY, DDS appears in CMS Medicare data with 469 Part D claims and 173 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify MICHAEL CURRY, DDS's credentials?
MICHAEL CURRY, DDS's NPI is 1497852495 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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