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Dr. Richard Short, DMD
Overview of Dr. Richard Short, DMD
Dr. Richard Short, DMD is a Dentistry Practitioner in Medford, MA. They specialize in Dentistry, has 42 years of experience. They graduated from Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine and is affiliated with Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford and MelroseWakefield Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Short an average 4.8 star rating.
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Dr. Short's Office Locations
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Dental Clinical Solutions PC92 High St Ste DH12, Medford, MA 02155 Directions (781) 396-4131Monday10:30 - 18:00Tuesday08:30 - 16:00Wednesday10:00 - 18:00Thursday08:30 - 16:30Friday08:30 - 14:00SaturdayClosedSundayClosed
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The Classic Smile92 High St Ste 12, Medford, MA 02155 Directions (781) 208-7689
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- Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford
- MelroseWakefield Hospital
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- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
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- Delta Dental of Washington
- EmblemHealth
- Fallon Community Health Plan
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4.8
Average provider rating
Based on 123 ratings
Patient Ratings (123)
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About Dr. Richard Short, DMD
Specialties*
- Dentistry
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Years of Experience
- 42 years of experience
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Languages Spoken
- English, Hebrew, Persian, Portuguese and Spanish
Languages Spoken
NPI Number
- 1396864203
NPI Number
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Education & Certifications
Medical Education
- Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine
Medical Education
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Dr. Short accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.
Dr. Short has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.
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Dr. Short speaks Hebrew, Persian, Portuguese and Spanish.
123 patients have reviewed Dr. Short. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Short.
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