2026 NPPES data Prosthodontics NPI 1710028212 D.D.S.
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PAUL BEST, D.D.S.

Prosthodontics in SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine. 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
29
Medicare Part D claims · 20 beneficiaries · Prosthodontics avg: 85
What the federal data reveals: PAUL BEST, D.D.S. is a Prosthodontics ([object Object]) practicing in SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 29 claims across 20 beneficiaries .

What stands out: PAUL BEST, D.D.S. filed 29 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

PAUL BEST, D.D.S. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 02/09/2007

NPI 1710028212

Primary specialty

Prosthodontics

Niche

3,510 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

29 66% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 85

Specialty distribution in Maine

How Prosthodontics compares to other specialties among Maine providers

Maine providers

Prosthodontics share within Maine

1. Prosthodontics42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Prosthodontics share within Maine

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

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

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PAUL BEST, D.D.S. is a Prosthodontics provider practicing in SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: D.D.S.. NPI: 1710028212. 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.

PAUL BEST, D.D.S. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Prosthodontics provider holding D.D.S. credentials at 440 WESTERN AVE, SOUTH PORTLAND, ME, 04106, with a listed phone of (207) 775-6348. NPI 1710028212 was issued on 02/09/2007. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BEST 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 29 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 20 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $132 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.

Prosthodontics is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 3,510 enrolled providers across 51 states and an average of 85 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

440 WESTERN AVE
SOUTH PORTLAND, ME 04106

Provider Details

NPI 1710028212
Specialty Prosthodontics
Credentials D.D.S.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 02/09/2007

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

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

29
Total Claims
$132
Total Drug Cost
20
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
29
Total Day Supply
264
Generic Drug Cost
$98
Antibiotic Claims
25

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
79.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.09
Age Distribution
<65: 0, 65-74: N/A, 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
18

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

Prosthodontics Overview

How PAUL BEST, D.D.S. fits within the Prosthodontics landscape nationally.

3,510
Prosthodontics Providers in US
51
States with Prosthodontics
85
Avg Claims per Provider

PAUL BEST, D.D.S.'s 29 claims are below the specialty average of 85.

Nearby Prosthodontics Providers in Maine

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PAUL BEST, D.D.S.'s specialty?
PAUL BEST, D.D.S. specializes in Prosthodontics and practices in SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine. Credentials: D.D.S..
How much does PAUL BEST, D.D.S. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, PAUL BEST, D.D.S. wrote 29 Medicare Part D claims totaling $132 in drug costs for 20 beneficiaries.
Where is PAUL BEST, D.D.S. located?
PAUL BEST, D.D.S. is located at 440 WESTERN AVE, SOUTH PORTLAND, ME, 04106. Phone: (207) 775-6348.
What is PAUL BEST, D.D.S.'s NPI number?
PAUL BEST, D.D.S.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710028212, issued on 02/09/2007.
How many Prosthodontics providers are there in the US?
There are 3,510 Prosthodontics providers across 51 states in the US. The average Prosthodontics provider writes 85 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does PAUL BEST, D.D.S. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, PAUL BEST, D.D.S.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Amoxicillin. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does PAUL BEST, D.D.S. accept Medicare?
PAUL BEST, D.D.S. appears in CMS Medicare data with 29 Part D claims and 20 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify PAUL BEST, D.D.S.'s credentials?
PAUL BEST, D.D.S.'s NPI is 1710028212 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.

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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