How are these dentist anesthesiologists in Massachusetts ranked?

The ranking weights NPPES record completeness, CMS Medicare enrollment, MIPS quality scores when available, and HRSA HPSA service. Of the 6 listed, 2 are Medicare-enrolled and 0 practice in a dental shortage area. We do not accept payment for placement.

Do dentist anesthesiologists in Massachusetts accept Medicaid?

Massachusetts's Medicaid program is MassHealth. Specialist participation varies. We surface Medicare enrollment as a public-program proxy on each profile, but the only authoritative answer comes from the office and the MassHealth provider directory (https://www.mass.gov/masshealth).

How do I check a dentist anesthesiologist's license in Massachusetts?

Use the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Dentistry license-lookup at https://www.mass.gov/orgs/board-of-registration-in-dentistry. Confirm the license is active and check for any disciplinary actions.

When should I see a dentist anesthesiologist instead of a general dentist?

Pediatric or special-needs cases requiring sedation; Severe dental phobia where local anesthesia is not enough; Long, complex procedures the patient can't sit through awake.

Top 6 · MA

Top Dentist Anesthesiologists in Massachusetts

Sedation and anesthesia for dental procedures. Curated top-6 from the dental sub-specialty taxonomy and CMS quality signals — Medicare enrollment, MIPS score, and HPSA service all weighed in.

In top list: 6
Medicare-enrolled: 2
HPSA shortage: 0

Indexed density: 0.08 per 100K residents (population 7.14M ).

Verified · NPPES (CMS)refreshed May 7, 2026

Other dental specialties in Massachusetts

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General Dentists in MassachusettsRoutine care, cleanings, fillings, and exams.
Orthodontists in MassachusettsBraces, aligners, and bite correction.
Pediatric Dentists in MassachusettsSpecialized care for infants, children, and teens.
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons in MassachusettsExtractions, implants, and jaw surgery.
Endodontists in MassachusettsRoot canals and tooth-pulp specialists.
Periodontists in MassachusettsGum disease, gum surgery, and dental implants.
Prosthodontists in MassachusettsCrowns, bridges, dentures, and full restorations.
Dental Public Healths in MassachusettsCommunity dental health and policy practitioners.
Oral & Maxillofacial Pathologists in MassachusettsDiagnoses oral diseases from biopsy and imaging.
Oral & Maxillofacial Radiologists in MassachusettsSpecialized dental imaging and diagnosis.
Orofacial Pain Specialists in MassachusettsTMJ, jaw pain, and chronic facial pain.
Oral Medicine Specialists in MassachusettsNon-surgical management of oral disease.
Dentist (Other)s in MassachusettsDentists with general or unspecified focus.

Frequently asked

Dentist Anesthesiologists in Massachusetts: questions

How are these dentist anesthesiologists in Massachusetts ranked?
The ranking weights NPPES record completeness, CMS Medicare enrollment, MIPS quality scores when available, and HRSA HPSA service. Of the 6 listed, 2 are Medicare-enrolled and 0 practice in a dental shortage area. We do not accept payment for placement.
Do dentist anesthesiologists in Massachusetts accept Medicaid?
Massachusetts's Medicaid program is MassHealth. Specialist participation varies. We surface Medicare enrollment as a public-program proxy on each profile, but the only authoritative answer comes from the office and the MassHealth provider directory (https://www.mass.gov/masshealth).
How do I check a dentist anesthesiologist's license in Massachusetts?
Use the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Dentistry license-lookup at https://www.mass.gov/orgs/board-of-registration-in-dentistry. Confirm the license is active and check for any disciplinary actions.
When should I see a dentist anesthesiologist instead of a general dentist?
Pediatric or special-needs cases requiring sedation; Severe dental phobia where local anesthesia is not enough; Long, complex procedures the patient can't sit through awake.