NAICS 621210 - Offices of Dentists
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What is NAICS 621210
NAICS code 621210 covers establishments primarily engaged in the independent practice of general or specialized dentistry. This includes offices operated by health practitioners holding dental degrees such as D.M.D., D.D.S., or D.D.Sc. These dental practices may function independently or as group practices and can operate in private offices or within larger health facilities like hospitals or HMO medical centers. The scope of services ranges from comprehensive preventive and cosmetic dental care to emergency treatments and specialized dental surgery. Government agencies contract for these services to ensure access to quality dental care for military personnel, veterans, federal employees, and underserved populations, thereby supporting overall public health and readiness.
Industry Classification for NAICS 621210
This industry comprises establishments of health practitioners having the degree of D.M.D. (Doctor of Dental Medicine), D.D.S. (Doctor of Dental Surgery), or D.D.Sc. (Doctor of Dental Science) primarily engaged in the independent practice of general or specialized dentistry or dental surgery. These practitioners operate private or group practices in their own offices (e.g., centers, clinics) or in the facilities of others, such as hospitals or HMO medical centers. They can provide either comprehensive preventive, cosmetic, or emergency care, or specialize in a single field of dentistry.
Breakdown for NAICS 621210
- Includes independent practices of dentists with D.M.D., D.D.S., or D.D.Sc. degrees.
- Covers both general and specialized dentistry and dental surgery services.
- Practices may operate in private offices or within hospitals and health centers.
- Services range from preventive care to emergency and cosmetic dental treatments.
- Typical contract sizes vary from small routine care agreements to large multi-year contracts.
- Small businesses make up a substantial portion of providers in this sector.
Included Activities for NAICS 621210
- Providing routine dental exams and cleanings
- Performing restorative dental procedures such as fillings and crowns
- Conducting specialized dental surgeries and oral health treatments
- Delivering emergency dental care services
- Offering cosmetic dentistry including teeth whitening and veneers
- Administering preventive dental treatments like sealants and fluoride applications
- Operating dental clinics within hospitals or health maintenance organizations
- Coordinating dental care as part of integrated health services
Business Types for NAICS 621210
- Private dental offices
- Group dental practices
- Dental clinics within hospitals
- Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) dental centers
- Mobile dental service providers
- Government-operated dental facilities
Subcategories for NAICS 621210
- DDSs' (doctors of dental surgery) offices (e.g., centers, clinics)
- Dental surgeons' offices (e.g., centers, clinics)
- Dentists' offices (e.g., centers, clinics)
- DMDs' (doctors of dental medicine) offices (e.g., centers, clinics)
- Doctors of dental medicine (DMDs) offices (e.g., centers, clinics)
- Doctors of dental surgery (DDSs) offices (e.g., centers, clinics)
- Endodontists' offices (e.g., centers, clinics)
- Family dentists' offices (e.g., centers, clinics)
- Oral and maxillofacial surgeons' offices (e.g., centers, clinics)
- Oral pathologists' offices (e.g., centers, clinics)
- Orthodontists' offices (e.g., centers, clinics)
- Pathologists', oral, offices (e.g., centers, clinics)
- Periodontists' offices (e.g., centers, clinics)
- Prosthodontists' offices (e.g., centers, clinics)
- Surgeons', dental, offices (e.g., centers, clinics)
Government Buyers for NAICS 621210
Federal agencies such as the Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Defense, Indian Health Service, and the Public Health Service commonly procure dental services under NAICS 621210. These agencies require dental care contracts to provide routine and specialized dental treatment to eligible beneficiaries, including active-duty military members, veterans, Native American populations, and federal employees. Dental services are integral to maintaining the health and operational readiness of personnel, as well as fulfilling government healthcare commitments to specific communities.
Contract Types & Procurement for NAICS 621210
Contracts for dental services under NAICS 621210 typically include firm-fixed-price, cost-reimbursement, and indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) arrangements. Procurement methods often involve competitive sealed bidding or negotiated contracts, especially for large health facilities or government-run clinics. Contract values can vary widely based on scope, from smaller contracts for routine dental exams and cleanings to multi-year agreements for comprehensive dental care covering specialized procedures, emergency care, and preventive services. Task orders within larger health service contracts are also common.
Details for NAICS 621210
Explore the hierarchy and related codes for this industry
| NAICS Code | Industry Title |
|---|---|
| 62121 | Offices of Dentists |
| 6212 | Offices of Dentists |
| 621 | Ambulatory Health Care Services |
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