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PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS

Prosthodontics in RALEIGH, North Carolina. 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
28
Medicare Part D claims · 17 beneficiaries · Prosthodontics avg: 85
What the federal data reveals: PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS is a Prosthodontics ([object Object]) practicing in RALEIGH, North Carolina with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 28 claims across 17 beneficiaries .

What stands out: PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS filed 28 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across RALEIGH, North Carolina. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/24/2007

NPI 1043499213

Primary specialty

Prosthodontics

Niche

3,510 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

28 67% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 85

Specialty distribution in North Carolina

How Prosthodontics compares to other specialties among North Carolina providers

North Carolina providers

Prosthodontics share within North Carolina

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

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 SCRUGGS, DDS is a Prosthodontics provider practicing in RALEIGH, North Carolina, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: DDS. NPI: 1043499213. 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 SCRUGGS, DDS appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Prosthodontics provider holding DDS credentials at 7200 STONEHENGE DR, RALEIGH, NC, 27613, with a listed phone of (919) 846-6622. NPI 1043499213 was issued on 10/24/2007. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what SCRUGGS 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 28 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 17 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $144 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

7200 STONEHENGE DR
RALEIGH, NC 27613

Provider Details

NPI 1043499213
Specialty Prosthodontics
Credentials DDS
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/24/2007

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

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

28
Total Claims
$144
Total Drug Cost
17
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
33
Total Day Supply
632
Generic Drug Cost
$107

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
77.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.67
Age Distribution
<65: 0, 65-74: N/A, 75-84: 11, 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
Chlorhexidine Gluconate
20

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

Prosthodontics Overview

How PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS fits within the Prosthodontics landscape nationally.

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

PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS's 28 claims are below the specialty average of 85.

Nearby Prosthodontics Providers in North Carolina

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in North Carolina, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as SCRUGGS.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS's specialty?
PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS specializes in Prosthodontics and practices in RALEIGH, North Carolina. Credentials: DDS.
How much does PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS wrote 28 Medicare Part D claims totaling $144 in drug costs for 17 beneficiaries.
Where is PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS located?
PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS is located at 7200 STONEHENGE DR, RALEIGH, NC, 27613. Phone: (919) 846-6622.
What is PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS's NPI number?
PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043499213, issued on 10/24/2007.
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 SCRUGGS, DDS prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS's most frequently prescribed drugs include Chlorhexidine Gluconate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS accept Medicare?
PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS appears in CMS Medicare data with 28 Part D claims and 17 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS's credentials?
PAUL SCRUGGS, DDS's NPI is 1043499213 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.

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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