Browse oral surgeons in Kentucky.
177
Oral Surgeons
100%
Accepting patients
50%
Most common: DMD
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Kentucky has 177 licensed oral surgeons spread across the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is DMD (50%), which stands for Doctor of Dental Medicine. DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) is the second most common at 21%.
University of Louisville School of Dentistry and University of Kentucky College of Dentistry train oral surgeons in the state. Notable hospitals include UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital, Norton Hospital, and University of Louisville Hospital. Health systems such as Norton Healthcare, UK HealthCare, and Baptist Health employ many of the state's oral surgeons.
16% accept Medicare. Patients with Kentucky Medicaid should verify coverage directly, as not all oral surgeons participate. The most widely accepted carriers include qhp-87571, qhp-33602, qhp-30751, humana, and unitedhealthcare.
Kentucky has historically ranked among the states with the highest smoking rates, though rates have declined significantly since the state expanded Medicaid under the ACA.
Kentucky has 177 licensed oral surgeons. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of oral surgeons in Kentucky are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among oral surgeons in Kentucky include qhp-87571, qhp-33602, qhp-30751, humana, and unitedhealthcare. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
Wisdom teeth removal (all four) typically costs $1,500 to $3,000 with IV sedation. Bone grafting runs $300 to $800. Jaw surgery ranges from $5,000 to $50,000 depending on complexity. Actual costs in Kentucky depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Oral surgery may be covered by dental insurance, medical insurance, or both. Jaw surgery for a medical condition often falls under medical insurance. Check both plans.
Start by confirming a provider accepts your dental insurance. Look at credentials and patient reviews. Kentucky has 177 oral surgeons, so you have options to compare. FindClarity lets you filter by insurance, location, and whether the provider is accepting new patients.
DMD stands for Doctor of Dental Medicine and DDS stands for Doctor of Dental Surgery. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Kentucky, 50% hold the DMD credential and 21% hold DDS. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
16% of oral surgeons in Kentucky accept Medicare. Medicare may cover oral surgery when it is medically necessary, such as jaw fracture repair or tumor removal. Routine wisdom tooth removal is generally not covered by Medicare. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some oral surgeons in Kentucky accept Kentucky Medicaid, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid typically covers medically necessary oral surgery. Wisdom tooth removal is covered in most states for patients under 21. Adult coverage varies. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Kentucky Medicaid participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in Kentucky include qhp-87571, qhp-33602, qhp-30751, humana, and unitedhealthcare.
Oral surgery may be covered by dental insurance, medical insurance, or both, depending on the reason for the procedure. Wisdom teeth removal is usually dental. Jaw surgery for a medical condition (like sleep apnea) or facial trauma often falls under medical insurance. Ask the surgeon's office to verify coverage with both your dental and medical plans.