DentalNPI

Joseph Alexander Foote, DMD

General Dentist · Philadelphia, PA

General DentistsMore in PennsylvaniaMedicare-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 DREXEL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE.

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

Privileges at 2 affiliated hospitals.

Federal record checkOIG LEIE

Clean

Active NPI · No OIG exclusion · Medicare-enrolled.

MIPS final score (2023)CMS QPP

85.49/ 100

43th 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

93beneficiaries

Moderate volume · 185 services. Most dental work is private-pay or Medicaid.

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Credentials & training

Specialty
General Dentist
Primary specialty (NPPES)
INTERNAL MEDICINE
Secondary specialties
MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY
Taxonomy
Dentist - General Practice
Taxonomy classification
Dentist
Taxonomy specialization
General Practice
Taxonomy code
1223G0001X
Credential
DMD
Credential type
dentist
Dental school
DREXEL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
Graduation year
2019

Practice ownership

Entity type
Individual
Sole proprietor
No

CMS quality & volume

CMS Quality Payment Program
MIPS final score (2023)
85.49 / 100
MIPS quality component
73.61 / 100
Medicare beneficiaries
93
Medicare services
185
Total Medicare payment
$131,835
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 Pennsylvania Medical Assistance 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 Joseph Alexander Foote 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 Pennsylvania State 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 Pennsylvania State 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 (215) 662-3580

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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 Joseph Alexander Foote's NPI?
    Joseph Alexander Foote has the National Provider Identifier 1558707505. You can verify it directly on the NPPES NPI Registry at npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov.
  • Does Joseph Alexander Foote accept Medicare?
    Yes. Joseph Alexander Foote is enrolled with CMS Medicare. Note that few dental services are covered by traditional Medicare; coverage typically applies under Medicare Advantage dental riders.
  • Does Joseph Alexander Foote accept Pennsylvania Medical Assistance?
    We do not have a verified Pennsylvania Medical Assistance acceptance signal for Joseph Alexander Foote. Medicare enrollment is a public-program proxy but not a guarantee. Call the office or check the Pennsylvania Medical Assistance provider directory at https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/resources/medicaid.html.
  • How do I verify Joseph Alexander Foote's dental license?
    Use the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry license-lookup at https://www.dos.pa.gov/ProfessionalLicensing/BoardsCommissions/Dentistry/. Search by name to confirm the license is active and in good standing.
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