DentalNPI

Ann Marie Ardovino, DMD

Dentist (Other) · Alabaster, AL

Dentist (Other)sMore in AlabamaHPSA dental shortage · 17Medicare-enrolled

Federal data signals

Each tile cites its source. Empty signals are hidden — they are absent in the federal record, not negative ratings.

Years in practiceNPPES

18years

Self-reported NPPES — graduated 2008 from UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY.

Profile completeness

High

11 of 12 NPPES fields filled.

Measures how filled-in the federal record is — not clinical quality.

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Practice footprintCMS

2locations

Counted from CMS provider enrollment records.

Federal record checkOIG LEIE

Clean

Active NPI · No OIG exclusion · Medicare-enrolled.

Industry payments (2018)Open Payments

$21

2 disclosed payments. Federal disclosure law — payments are legal and common, not a quality indicator.

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HPSA dental shortageHRSA

17/ 26

Moderate need — Designated dental shortage with moderate unmet need. HPSA score reflects population need, not provider quality.

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Coverage & verification in Alabama

Alabama Medicaid
Adult Medicaid dental tier
Emergency-onlyGenerally extractions and pain relief — no routine care.

Alabama Medicaid sets dental coverage rules. Children under 21 remain covered under federal EPSDT regardless of tier.

Visit Alabama Medicaid
Verify state dental license

Confirm the license is active and in good standing at the state board.

Alabama Board of Dental Examiners license lookup

Credentials & training

Specialty
Dentist (Other)
Primary specialty (NPPES)
DENTIST
Secondary specialties
SLEEP MEDICINE
Taxonomy
Dentist
Taxonomy classification
Dentist
Taxonomy code
122300000X
Credential
DMD
Credential type
dentist
Dental school
UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY
Graduation year
2008

Practice ownership

Entity type
Individual
Sole proprietor
No

Industry payments

CMS Open Payments
Total payments received (2018)
$21
Number of payments
2

Open Payments tracks transfers of value from drug and device manufacturers to physicians and dentists. Inclusion is not an allegation of wrongdoing.

Before you book

Five-minute checklist before you call

Federal data tells you a dentist exists and is enumerated. It does not confirm insurance acceptance, current availability, or office fit. Use this list when you call so the visit isn’t a surprise.

  1. Confirm insurance & out-of-pocket cost

    • Do you accept my exact insurance plan? (give the carrier, plan name, and member ID)
    • Are you accepting new Alabama Medicaid patients right now?
    • What is the out-of-pocket cost I should expect for the type of visit I need?
    • If you are out of network for me, can you bill my insurer or only me?
  2. Verify the dentist & availability

    • Is Ann Marie Ardovino the dentist who will see me, or another provider in the practice?
    • Are you accepting new patients? When is the next available appointment?
    • Will the same dentist handle follow-up visits, or rotate?
  3. Verify the license yourself

    Search the Alabama Board of Dental Examiners license-lookup to confirm the license is active and in good standing — federal records do not show state-level discipline. Open the Alabama Board of Dental Examiners site →

  4. Match office services to your needs

    • Do you offer emergency or same-day appointments? After-hours number?
    • What languages do your front desk and clinical staff speak?
    • Is the office wheelchair-accessible? Any accommodations available on request?
    • Do you offer sedation options for anxious patients (nitrous, oral, IV)?
    • Do you treat pediatric patients in this practice, or refer them to a pediatric dentist?

Ready to call? Have your insurance card and a list of symptoms or visit reasons in front of you.

Call (205) 664-7610
About dentist (other)s

What is a dentist (other)?

A dentist whose NPPES record does not specify a sub-specialty. Most providers in this category practice as general dentists; some are specialists who simply registered under the broader category. Always confirm scope of practice with the office.

Training. Four years of dental school after a bachelor's degree, ending with a DDS or DMD. Some have completed additional residencies that aren't reflected in their primary NPPES taxonomy.

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Frequently asked

About this provider

  • What is Ann Marie Ardovino's NPI?
    Ann Marie Ardovino has the National Provider Identifier 1447418389. You can verify it directly on the NPPES NPI Registry at npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov.
  • Does Ann Marie Ardovino accept Medicare?
    Yes. Ann Marie Ardovino is enrolled with CMS Medicare. Note that few dental services are covered by traditional Medicare; coverage typically applies under Medicare Advantage dental riders.
  • Does Ann Marie Ardovino accept Alabama Medicaid?
    We do not have a verified Alabama Medicaid acceptance signal for Ann Marie Ardovino. Medicare enrollment is a public-program proxy but not a guarantee. Call the office or check the Alabama Medicaid provider directory at https://medicaid.alabama.gov/.
  • Does Ann Marie Ardovino practice in a dental shortage area?
    Yes. The practice address falls within an HRSA-designated Dental Health Professional Shortage Area with a score of 17 out of 26. Higher HPSA scores mean greater unmet local need.
  • How do I verify Ann Marie Ardovino's dental license?
    Use the Alabama Board of Dental Examiners license-lookup at https://www.dentalboard.org/. Search by name to confirm the license is active and in good standing.
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Public data sources

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