DentalNPI

Christopher W Baker, DMD

General Dentist · Clanton, AL

General DentistsMore in AlabamaHPSA dental shortage · 22Medicare-enrolled

Federal data signals

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

Profile completeness

Medium

9 of 12 NPPES fields filled.

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

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Practice footprintCMS

0locations

Counted from CMS provider enrollment records.

Federal record checkOIG LEIE

Clean

Active NPI · No OIG exclusion · Medicare-enrolled.

Industry payments (2018)Open Payments

$194

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

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HPSA dental shortageHRSA

22/ 26

High need — High federal priority — among the most underserved dental areas. 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

Mailing address

PO DRAWER 2040
Clanton, AL 35046-2040

Address on file with NPPES for federal correspondence — may differ from the practice location above.

Credentials & training

Specialty
General Dentist
Taxonomy
Dentist - General Practice
Taxonomy classification
Dentist
Taxonomy specialization
General Practice
Taxonomy code
1223G0001X
Credential
DMD
Credential type
dentist

Practice ownership

Entity type
Individual
Sole proprietor
No

Industry payments

CMS Open Payments
Total payments received (2018)
$194
Number of payments
5

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 Christopher W Baker 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) 755-1231

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About general dentists

What is a general dentist?

A general dentist handles the everyday work most people associate with going to the dentist: cleanings, exams, X-rays, fillings, simple extractions, and crowns. Many general dentists also place implants, do basic root canals, and offer cosmetic work like whitening and veneers, though more complex cases are often referred to a specialist.

Training. Four years of dental school after a bachelor's degree, ending with a DDS or DMD (the two are equivalent). No formal residency is required to practice as a general dentist in most states, though some clinicians complete an optional one-year general practice residency (GPR) or AEGD program.

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Frequently asked

About this provider

  • What is Christopher W Baker's NPI?
    Christopher W Baker has the National Provider Identifier 1396817615. You can verify it directly on the NPPES NPI Registry at npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov.
  • Does Christopher W Baker accept Medicare?
    Yes. Christopher W Baker is enrolled with CMS Medicare. Note that few dental services are covered by traditional Medicare; coverage typically applies under Medicare Advantage dental riders.
  • Does Christopher W Baker accept Alabama Medicaid?
    We do not have a verified Alabama Medicaid acceptance signal for Christopher W Baker. 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 Christopher W Baker practice in a dental shortage area?
    Yes. The practice address falls within an HRSA-designated Dental Health Professional Shortage Area with a score of 22 out of 26. Higher HPSA scores mean greater unmet local need.
  • How do I verify Christopher W Baker'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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