How are these dentists in Washington ranked?

The ranking weights NPPES record completeness, CMS Medicare enrollment, MIPS quality scores when available, and HRSA HPSA service. Of the 10 listed, 10 are Medicare-enrolled and 0 practice in a dental shortage area. We do not accept payment for placement.

Do dentists in Washington accept Medicaid?

Washington's Medicaid program is Apple Health. 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 Apple Health provider directory (https://www.hca.wa.gov/free-or-low-cost-health-care/i-need-medical-dental-or-vision-care/apple-health-medicaid-coverage).

How do I check a dentist's license in Washington?

Use the Washington State Dental Quality Assurance Commission license-lookup at https://doh.wa.gov/licenses-permits-and-certificates/professions-new-renew-or-update/dentist. Confirm the license is active and check for any disciplinary actions.

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

Same as general dentist — routine care, exams, and most everyday procedures; Confirm with the office before booking specialty work (orthodontics, implants, root canals).

Top 10 · WA

Top Dentists in Washington

Dentists with general or unspecified focus. Curated top-10 from the dental sub-specialty taxonomy and CMS quality signals — Medicare enrollment, MIPS score, and HPSA service all weighed in.

In top list: 10
Medicare-enrolled: 10
HPSA shortage: 0

Indexed density: 0.13 per 100K residents (population 7.96M ).

Verified · NPPES (CMS)refreshed May 7, 2026

Other dental specialties in Washington

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General Dentists in WashingtonRoutine care, cleanings, fillings, and exams.
Orthodontists in WashingtonBraces, aligners, and bite correction.
Pediatric Dentists in WashingtonSpecialized care for infants, children, and teens.
Oral And Maxillofacial Surgeons in WashingtonExtractions, implants, and jaw surgery.
Endodontists in WashingtonRoot canals and tooth-pulp specialists.
Periodontists in WashingtonGum disease, gum surgery, and dental implants.
Prosthodontists in WashingtonCrowns, bridges, dentures, and full restorations.
Dental Public Health Dentists in WashingtonCommunity dental health and policy practitioners.
Oral And Maxillofacial Pathologists in WashingtonDiagnoses oral diseases from biopsy and imaging.
Dental Anesthesiologists in WashingtonSedation and anesthesia for dental procedures.
Oral And Maxillofacial Radiologists in WashingtonSpecialized dental imaging and diagnosis.
Orofacial Pain Specialists in WashingtonTMJ, jaw pain, and chronic facial pain.
Oral Medicine Specialists in WashingtonNon-surgical management of oral disease.

Frequently asked

Dentists in Washington: questions

How are these dentists in Washington ranked?
The ranking weights NPPES record completeness, CMS Medicare enrollment, MIPS quality scores when available, and HRSA HPSA service. Of the 10 listed, 10 are Medicare-enrolled and 0 practice in a dental shortage area. We do not accept payment for placement.
Do dentists in Washington accept Medicaid?
Washington's Medicaid program is Apple Health. 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 Apple Health provider directory (https://www.hca.wa.gov/free-or-low-cost-health-care/i-need-medical-dental-or-vision-care/apple-health-medicaid-coverage).
How do I check a dentist's license in Washington?
Use the Washington State Dental Quality Assurance Commission license-lookup at https://doh.wa.gov/licenses-permits-and-certificates/professions-new-renew-or-update/dentist. Confirm the license is active and check for any disciplinary actions.
When should I see a dentist instead of a general dentist?
Same as general dentist — routine care, exams, and most everyday procedures; Confirm with the office before booking specialty work (orthodontics, implants, root canals).