DentalNPI

Catherine Lee, DDS

Dentist (Other) · Stanford, CA

Dentist (Other)sMore in CaliforniaMedicare-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

7years

Self-reported NPPES — graduated 2019 from OTHER.

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

1locations

Counted from CMS provider enrollment records.

Federal record checkOIG LEIE

Clean

Active NPI · No OIG exclusion · Medicare-enrolled.

MIPS final score (2023)CMS QPP

76.5/ 100

13th percentile vs 177 dentists who report MIPS (median 89).

Only ~15% of US dentists report MIPS. Absence is not a negative signal — most don't bill enough Medicare to qualify.

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Medicare patient volumeCMS PUF

46beneficiaries

Low volume · 84 services. Most dental work is private-pay or Medicaid.

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Coverage & verification in California

Medi-Cal Dental
Adult Medicaid dental tier
ComprehensivePreventive, restorative, and most procedures.

Medi-Cal Dental (also Denti-Cal) sets dental coverage rules. Children under 21 remain covered under federal EPSDT regardless of tier.

Visit Medi-Cal Dental
Verify state dental license

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

Dental Board of California license lookup

Credentials & training

Specialty
Dentist (Other)
Primary specialty (NPPES)
DENTIST
Taxonomy
Dentist
Taxonomy classification
Dentist
Taxonomy code
122300000X
Credential
DDS
Credential type
dentist
Dental school
OTHER
Graduation year
2019

Practice ownership

Entity type
Individual
Sole proprietor
No

CMS quality & volume

CMS Quality Payment Program
MIPS final score (2023)
76.5 / 100
MIPS quality component
74.32 / 100
Medicare beneficiaries
46
Medicare services
84
Total Medicare payment
$37,133
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 Medi-Cal Dental 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 Catherine Lee 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 Dental Board of California license-lookup to confirm the license is active and in good standing — federal records do not show state-level discipline. Open the Dental Board of California 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 (650) 723-4000

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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 Catherine Lee's NPI?
    Catherine Lee has the National Provider Identifier 1447868708. You can verify it directly on the NPPES NPI Registry at npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov.
  • Does Catherine Lee accept Medicare?
    Yes. Catherine Lee is enrolled with CMS Medicare. Note that few dental services are covered by traditional Medicare; coverage typically applies under Medicare Advantage dental riders.
  • Does Catherine Lee accept Medi-Cal Dental?
    We do not have a verified Medi-Cal Dental acceptance signal for Catherine Lee. Medicare enrollment is a public-program proxy but not a guarantee. Call the office or check the Medi-Cal Dental provider directory at https://dental.dhcs.ca.gov/.
  • How do I verify Catherine Lee's dental license?
    Use the Dental Board of California license-lookup at https://www.dbc.ca.gov/. Search by name to confirm the license is active and in good standing.
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Public data sources

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