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Patrick Hirst

Oral & Maxillofacial Pathologist · Philadelphia, PA

Oral & Maxillofacial PathologistsMore in PennsylvaniaHPSA dental shortage · 15Medicare-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

3years

Self-reported NPPES — graduated 2023 from OTHER.

Profile completeness

High

10 of 12 NPPES fields filled.

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

Methodology →
Practice footprintCMS

3locations

Counted from CMS provider enrollment records.

Federal record checkOIG LEIE

Clean

Active NPI · No OIG exclusion · Medicare-enrolled.

HPSA dental shortageHRSA

15/ 26

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

Methodology →

Mailing address

1269 N DOVER ST
Philadelphia, PA 19121-4522

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

Credentials & training

Specialty
Oral & Maxillofacial Pathologist
Primary specialty (NPPES)
NURSE PRACTITIONER
Taxonomy
Dentist - Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
Taxonomy classification
Dentist
Taxonomy specialization
Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
Taxonomy code
1223P0106X
Dental school
OTHER
Graduation year
2023

Practice ownership

Entity type
Individual
Sole proprietor
Yes
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 Patrick Hirst 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) 955-6215

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About oral & maxillofacial pathologists

What is a oral & maxillofacial pathologist?

An oral and maxillofacial pathologist diagnoses diseases of the mouth and jaw from biopsy specimens, imaging, and clinical exam. They're the specialty general dentists, oral surgeons, and ENTs send tissue samples to when something looks suspicious.

Training. After dental school, a pathologist completes a 3-year accredited residency. Board certification is through the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology.

More about oral & maxillofacial pathologists
Frequently asked

About this provider

  • What is Patrick Hirst's NPI?
    Patrick Hirst has the National Provider Identifier 1457117566. You can verify it directly on the NPPES NPI Registry at npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov.
  • Does Patrick Hirst accept Medicare?
    Yes. Patrick Hirst is enrolled with CMS Medicare. Note that few dental services are covered by traditional Medicare; coverage typically applies under Medicare Advantage dental riders.
  • Does Patrick Hirst accept Pennsylvania Medical Assistance?
    We do not have a verified Pennsylvania Medical Assistance acceptance signal for Patrick Hirst. 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.
  • Does Patrick Hirst practice in a dental shortage area?
    Yes. The practice address falls within an HRSA-designated Dental Health Professional Shortage Area with a score of 15 out of 26. Higher HPSA scores mean greater unmet local need.
  • How do I verify Patrick Hirst'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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