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Oral & Maxillofacial Pathologists in the U.S.

Diagnoses oral diseases from biopsy and imaging. Featuring 60 top-ranked providers across 23 states, classified under the oral-pathologist dental sub-specialty.

Verified · NPPES (CMS)refreshed May 7, 2026

National oral & maxillofacial pathologist snapshot

Aggregates over 335 indexed oral & maxillofacial pathologists in 47 states.

Indexed providersNPPES

335

Across 47 states.

Medicare-enrolledCMS

72%

240 of 335 have CMS enrollment on file.

HPSA-servingHRSA

6%

19 practice in HRSA-designated dental shortage areas.

Median MIPSCMS QPP

88/ 100

Interquartile range 78–94.

Calculated from 28 oral & maxillofacial pathologists who report MIPS.

Methodology →
Avg practice locationsCMS

1.4

Mean across CMS provider enrollment records — oral surgeons trend higher because of multi-site privileges.

Avg hospital affiliationsNPPES

1.5

Mean affiliated hospitals per provider with ≥1 affiliation.

Median industry paymentOpen Payments

$158

Calculated over 131 oral & maxillofacial pathologists with disclosures. Higher in implant/oral-surgery specialties — disclosure is normal under federal Sunshine Act.

Years in practice (graduation → today)

Among indexed oral & maxillofacial pathologists with a graduation year on file. Shape signals whether the specialty skews early- career or established.

  • 0–914
  • 10–1932
  • 20–2927
  • 30–3927
  • 40+19

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What is a oral & maxillofacial pathologist?

An oral and maxillofacial pathologist diagnoses diseases of the mouth and jaw from biopsy specimens, imaging, and clinical exam. They're the specialty general dentists, oral surgeons, and ENTs send tissue samples to when something looks suspicious.

Training

After dental school, a pathologist completes a 3-year accredited residency. Board certification is through the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology.

When to see one

  • You don't — patients don't see pathologists directly
  • Your dentist or oral surgeon may send a biopsy to one if they find a suspicious lesion
Frequently asked

Questions about oral & maxillofacial pathologists

  • How long does a biopsy result usually take?
    Most routine biopsies are reported within 5–10 business days. Urgent cases (suspected oral cancer) are often expedited.