DentalNPI

Louis Abukhalaf, DDS

Dentist (Other) · Carmel, IN

Dentist (Other)sMore in IndianaHPSA dental shortage · 13Medicare-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

$378

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

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HPSA dental shortageHRSA

13/ 26

Moderate need — Designated dental shortage with moderate unmet need. HPSA score reflects population need, not provider quality.

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Coverage & verification in Indiana

Indiana Medicaid
Adult Medicaid dental tier
LimitedPreventive plus a defined set of procedures, often capped.

Indiana Medicaid (also Hoosier Healthwise / HIP) sets dental coverage rules. Children under 21 remain covered under federal EPSDT regardless of tier.

Visit Indiana Medicaid
Verify state dental license

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

Indiana State Board of Dentistry license lookup

Mailing address

12620 MISTY RIDGE CT
Fishers, IN 46037-4423

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

Credentials & training

Specialty
Dentist (Other)
Taxonomy
Dentist
Taxonomy classification
Dentist
Taxonomy code
122300000X
Credential
DDS
Credential type
dentist

Practice ownership

Entity type
Individual
Sole proprietor
Yes

Industry payments

CMS Open Payments
Total payments received (2018)
$378
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 Indiana 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 Louis Abukhalaf 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 Indiana 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 Indiana 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 (317) 764-2938

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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 Louis Abukhalaf's NPI?
    Louis Abukhalaf has the National Provider Identifier 1194010744. You can verify it directly on the NPPES NPI Registry at npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov.
  • Does Louis Abukhalaf accept Medicare?
    Yes. Louis Abukhalaf is enrolled with CMS Medicare. Note that few dental services are covered by traditional Medicare; coverage typically applies under Medicare Advantage dental riders.
  • Does Louis Abukhalaf accept Indiana Medicaid?
    We do not have a verified Indiana Medicaid acceptance signal for Louis Abukhalaf. Medicare enrollment is a public-program proxy but not a guarantee. Call the office or check the Indiana Medicaid provider directory at https://www.in.gov/medicaid/.
  • Does Louis Abukhalaf practice in a dental shortage area?
    Yes. The practice address falls within an HRSA-designated Dental Health Professional Shortage Area with a score of 13 out of 26. Higher HPSA scores mean greater unmet local need.
  • How do I verify Louis Abukhalaf's dental license?
    Use the Indiana State Board of Dentistry license-lookup at https://www.in.gov/pla/professions/indiana-state-board-of-dentistry/. Search by name to confirm the license is active and in good standing.
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