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Joseph E Vansickels, DDS

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon · Lexington, KY

Oral & Maxillofacial SurgeonsMore in KentuckyMedicare-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

54years

Self-reported NPPES — graduated 1972 from VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIV 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

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

100/ 100

87th 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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Industry payments (2018)Open Payments

$2,044

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

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Coverage & verification in Kentucky

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

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

Visit Kentucky Medicaid
Verify state dental license

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

Kentucky Board of Dentistry license lookup

Credentials & training

Specialty
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Primary specialty (NPPES)
MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY
Taxonomy
Dentist - Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Taxonomy classification
Dentist
Taxonomy specialization
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Taxonomy code
1223S0112X
Credential
DDS
Credential type
dentist
Dental school
VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIV SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY
Graduation year
1972

Practice ownership

Entity type
Individual
Sole proprietor
No

Industry payments

CMS Open Payments
Total payments received (2018)
$2,044
Number of payments
3

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 Kentucky 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 Joseph E Vansickels 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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky 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?”
    • “For surgical procedures, what post-op support is available the same day and overnight?”

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

Call (859) 323-8978

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About oral & maxillofacial surgeons

What is a oral & maxillofacial surgeon?

An oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMFS) handles the surgical end of dentistry: complex extractions including impacted wisdom teeth, dental implants, bone grafting, jaw reconstruction, treatment of facial trauma, and orthognathic (corrective jaw) surgery. They're also licensed to administer general anesthesia in-office.

Training. After dental school, an oral surgeon completes a 4- to 6-year hospital-based residency. Some programs include a medical degree (MD) integrated into the residency. Board certification is through the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

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Frequently asked

About this provider

  • What is Joseph E Vansickels's NPI?
    Joseph E Vansickels has the National Provider Identifier 1871693069. You can verify it directly on the NPPES NPI Registry at npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov.
  • Does Joseph E Vansickels accept Medicare?
    Yes. Joseph E Vansickels 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 E Vansickels accept Kentucky Medicaid?
    We do not have a verified Kentucky Medicaid acceptance signal for Joseph E Vansickels. Medicare enrollment is a public-program proxy but not a guarantee. Call the office or check the Kentucky Medicaid provider directory at https://www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dms/.
  • How do I verify Joseph E Vansickels's dental license?
    Use the Kentucky Board of Dentistry license-lookup at https://dentistry.ky.gov/. Search by name to confirm the license is active and in good standing.
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