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Philip D High

Oral & Maxillofacial Pathologist · Wheeling, WV

Oral & Maxillofacial PathologistsMore in West VirginiaHPSA dental shortage · 16Medicare-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 WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY.

Profile completeness

High

10 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.

Medicare patient volumeCMS PUF

17beneficiaries

Low volume · 21 services. Most dental work is private-pay or Medicaid.

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Industry payments (2018)Open Payments

$63

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

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HPSA dental shortageHRSA

16/ 26

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

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Credentials & training

Specialty
Oral & Maxillofacial Pathologist
Primary specialty (NPPES)
MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY
Taxonomy
Dentist - Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
Taxonomy classification
Dentist
Taxonomy specialization
Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
Taxonomy code
1223P0106X
Dental school
WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY
Graduation year
1972

Industry payments

CMS Open Payments
Total payments received (2018)
$63
Number of payments
2

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 West Virginia 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 Philip D High 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 West Virginia 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 West Virginia 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 (304) 243-5671

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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 Philip D High's NPI?
    Philip D High has the National Provider Identifier 1902892698. You can verify it directly on the NPPES NPI Registry at npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov.
  • Does Philip D High accept Medicare?
    Yes. Philip D High is enrolled with CMS Medicare. Note that few dental services are covered by traditional Medicare; coverage typically applies under Medicare Advantage dental riders.
  • Does Philip D High accept West Virginia Medicaid?
    We do not have a verified West Virginia Medicaid acceptance signal for Philip D High. Medicare enrollment is a public-program proxy but not a guarantee. Call the office or check the West Virginia Medicaid provider directory at https://dhhr.wv.gov/bms/Pages/default.aspx.
  • Does Philip D High practice in a dental shortage area?
    Yes. The practice address falls within an HRSA-designated Dental Health Professional Shortage Area with a score of 16 out of 26. Higher HPSA scores mean greater unmet local need.
  • How do I verify Philip D High's dental license?
    Use the West Virginia Board of Dentistry license-lookup at https://wvdentalboard.org/. Search by name to confirm the license is active and in good standing.
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