DentalNPI

Tia Lanez Jeffers, DDS

Dentist (Other) · Cassopolis, MI

Dentist (Other)sMore in MichiganHPSA dental shortage · 11Medicare-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 OTHER.

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

2locations

Counted from CMS provider enrollment records.

Federal record checkOIG LEIE

Clean

Active NPI · No OIG exclusion · Medicare-enrolled.

Industry payments (2018)Open Payments

$150

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

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HPSA dental shortageHRSA

11/ 26

Lower priority — Designated dental shortage; lower scoring on HRSA priority. HPSA score reflects population need, not provider quality.

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Coverage & verification in Michigan

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

Michigan Medicaid (also Healthy Michigan Plan) sets dental coverage rules. Children under 21 remain covered under federal EPSDT regardless of tier.

Visit Michigan Medicaid
Verify state dental license

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

Michigan Board of Dentistry license lookup

Credentials & training

Specialty
Dentist (Other)
Primary specialty (NPPES)
DENTIST
Taxonomy
Dentist
Taxonomy classification
Dentist
Taxonomy code
122300000X
Credential
DDS
Credential type
dentist
Dental school
OTHER
Graduation year
1994

Practice ownership

Entity type
Individual
Sole proprietor
No

Industry payments

CMS Open Payments
Total payments received (2018)
$150
Number of payments
1

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 Michigan 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 Tia Lanez Jeffers 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 Michigan 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 Michigan 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 (269) 445-3874

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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 Tia Lanez Jeffers's NPI?
    Tia Lanez Jeffers has the National Provider Identifier 1568581866. You can verify it directly on the NPPES NPI Registry at npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov.
  • Does Tia Lanez Jeffers accept Medicare?
    Yes. Tia Lanez Jeffers is enrolled with CMS Medicare. Note that few dental services are covered by traditional Medicare; coverage typically applies under Medicare Advantage dental riders.
  • Does Tia Lanez Jeffers accept Michigan Medicaid?
    We do not have a verified Michigan Medicaid acceptance signal for Tia Lanez Jeffers. Medicare enrollment is a public-program proxy but not a guarantee. Call the office or check the Michigan Medicaid provider directory at https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/assistance-programs/medicaid.
  • Does Tia Lanez Jeffers practice in a dental shortage area?
    Yes. The practice address falls within an HRSA-designated Dental Health Professional Shortage Area with a score of 11 out of 26. Higher HPSA scores mean greater unmet local need.
  • How do I verify Tia Lanez Jeffers's dental license?
    Use the Michigan Board of Dentistry license-lookup at https://www.michigan.gov/lara/bureau-list/bpl/health/hp-lic-health-prof/dentistry. Search by name to confirm the license is active and in good standing.
Trust & transparency

Public data sources

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