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Phillip Tracy Brigden, D.D.S.

General Dentist · Omaha, NE

General DentistsMore in NebraskaMedicare-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

32years

Self-reported NPPES — graduated 1994 from UNIV OF NEBRASKA MEDICAL CENTER, COL OF DENTISTRY.

Profile completeness

High

11 of 12 NPPES fields filled.

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

Methodology →
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

59beneficiaries

Moderate volume · 93 services. Most dental work is private-pay or Medicaid.

Methodology →

Coverage & verification in Nebraska

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

Nebraska Medicaid (also Heritage Health) sets dental coverage rules. Children under 21 remain covered under federal EPSDT regardless of tier.

Visit Nebraska Medicaid
Verify state dental license

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

Nebraska Board of Dentistry license lookup

Credentials & training

Specialty
General Dentist
Primary specialty (NPPES)
DENTIST
Taxonomy
Dentist - General Practice
Taxonomy classification
Dentist
Taxonomy specialization
General Practice
Taxonomy code
1223G0001X
Credential
D.D.S.
Credential type
dentist
Dental school
UNIV OF NEBRASKA MEDICAL CENTER, COL OF DENTISTRY
Graduation year
1994

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 Nebraska 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 Phillip Tracy Brigden 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 Nebraska 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 Nebraska 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 (402) 493-4175

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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 Phillip Tracy Brigden's NPI?
    Phillip Tracy Brigden has the National Provider Identifier 1013297332. You can verify it directly on the NPPES NPI Registry at npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov.
  • Does Phillip Tracy Brigden accept Medicare?
    Yes. Phillip Tracy Brigden is enrolled with CMS Medicare. Note that few dental services are covered by traditional Medicare; coverage typically applies under Medicare Advantage dental riders.
  • Does Phillip Tracy Brigden accept Nebraska Medicaid?
    We do not have a verified Nebraska Medicaid acceptance signal for Phillip Tracy Brigden. Medicare enrollment is a public-program proxy but not a guarantee. Call the office or check the Nebraska Medicaid provider directory at https://dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/Medicaid.aspx.
  • How do I verify Phillip Tracy Brigden's dental license?
    Use the Nebraska Board of Dentistry license-lookup at https://dhhs.ne.gov/licensure/Pages/Dentistry-and-Dental-Hygiene.aspx. Search by name to confirm the license is active and in good standing.
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