DentalNPI
Dentist

Vidya Sankar, DMD MHS

Dentist · Boston, MA

DentistsMore in MassachusettsMedicare-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 RUTGERS NEW JERSEY MEDICAL SCHOOL.

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

57beneficiaries

Moderate volume · 121 services. Most dental work is private-pay or Medicaid.

Methodology →
Industry payments (2018)Open Payments

$3,519

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

Methodology →

Credentials & training

Specialty
Dentist
Primary specialty (NPPES)
ORAL SURGERY
Taxonomy
Dentist
Taxonomy classification
Dentist
Taxonomy code
122300000X
Credential
DMD MHS
Dental school
RUTGERS NEW JERSEY MEDICAL SCHOOL
Graduation year
1994

Practice ownership

Entity type
Individual
Sole proprietor
No

Industry payments

CMS Open Payments
Total payments received (2018)
$3,519
Number of payments
8

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 MassHealth 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 Vidya Sankar 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 Massachusetts Board of Registration in Dentistry license-lookup to confirm the license is active and in good standing — federal records do not show state-level discipline. Open the Massachusetts Board of Registration in 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 (617) 732-6974
Nearby

Other dentists in Boston, MA

Browse Massachusetts →
Same specialty

More dentists in Massachusetts

See full list →
About dentists

What is a dentist?

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.

More about dentists
Frequently asked

About this provider

  • What is Vidya Sankar's NPI?
    Vidya Sankar has the National Provider Identifier 1518057652. You can verify it directly on the NPPES NPI Registry at npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov.
  • Does Vidya Sankar accept Medicare?
    Yes. Vidya Sankar is enrolled with CMS Medicare. Note that few dental services are covered by traditional Medicare; coverage typically applies under Medicare Advantage dental riders.
  • Does Vidya Sankar accept MassHealth?
    We do not have a verified MassHealth acceptance signal for Vidya Sankar. Medicare enrollment is a public-program proxy but not a guarantee. Call the office or check the MassHealth provider directory at https://www.mass.gov/masshealth.
  • How do I verify Vidya Sankar's dental license?
    Use the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Dentistry license-lookup at https://www.mass.gov/orgs/board-of-registration-in-dentistry. Search by name to confirm the license is active and in good standing.
Trust & transparency

Public data sources

Every provider profile cites the federal record it was built from. No editorial guesswork, no paid placement.