DentalNPI

Darlene Byrd, DMD,MSD,PC

Orthodontist · Washington, DC

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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.

Industry payments (2018)Open Payments

$633

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

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Coverage & verification in District of Columbia

DC Medicaid
Adult Medicaid dental tier
ComprehensivePreventive, restorative, and most procedures.

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

Visit DC Medicaid
Verify state dental license

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

DC Board of Dentistry license lookup

Credentials & training

Specialty
Orthodontist
Taxonomy
Dentist - Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
Taxonomy classification
Dentist
Taxonomy specialization
Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
Taxonomy code
1223X0400X
Credential
DMD,MSD,PC
Credential type
dentist

Practice ownership

Entity type
Individual
Sole proprietor
No

Industry payments

CMS Open Payments
Total payments received (2018)
$633
Number of payments
4

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 DC 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 Darlene Byrd 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 DC Board of Dentistry license-lookup to confirm the license is active and in good standing — federal records do not show state-level discipline. Open the DC Board of Dentistry 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 (202) 686-2108

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About orthodontists

What is a orthodontist?

An orthodontist focuses on tooth alignment and jaw position. Most of their day-to-day work involves braces, clear aligners, retainers, and the diagnostic planning behind them. Orthodontists also coordinate care for patients with cleft palate, severe overbite/underbite, or jaw-growth issues that may need surgical orthodontics.

Training. After dental school, an orthodontist completes a 2- to 3-year accredited residency in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics. Many also pass the American Board of Orthodontics certifying exam (board-certified status is voluntary).

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Frequently asked

About this provider

  • What is Darlene Byrd's NPI?
    Darlene Byrd has the National Provider Identifier 1679024202. You can verify it directly on the NPPES NPI Registry at npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov.
  • Does Darlene Byrd accept Medicare?
    Darlene Byrd is not currently listed in the CMS Medicare enrollment file. Confirm directly with the office before assuming coverage.
  • How do I verify Darlene Byrd's dental license?
    Use the DC Board of Dentistry license-lookup at https://dchealth.dc.gov/node/118172. Search by name to confirm the license is active and in good standing.
Trust & transparency

Public data sources

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