Dr. P. Mike Upton DMD, MS
Orthodontist
He is located at 815 Rice Mine Road North in Tuscaloosa, AL 35406. Can help patients with the following: Bleeding Gums, Dental Crowns and Caps, Dental Malocclusion, Stained Teeth, Teeth Grinding, Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ). His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881868677. Appointment can be made via the phone number (205) 752-4343. He also has a website where you can get more information. The website can be found at http://www.rivervieworthodontics.com. He is affiliated with 1 practices.
Conditions treated
Dr. Paul Mike Upton, being an orthodontist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. P. Mike Upton.
- Bleeding Gums
- Braces
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Dental Bridges
- Dental Crowns and Caps
- Dental Emergency
- Dental Exam and Cleaning
- Dental Implants
- Dental Malocclusion
- Dentin Hypersensitivity
- Dentures
- Gum Disease / Gingivitis
- Invisalign
- Laser
- Lingual Braces
- Loose Tooth
- Oral Cancer Examination
- Orthodontic Retainer
- Palatal Expansion
- Pericoronitis
- Smile Makeover
- Stained Teeth
- Teeth Grinding
- Teeth Whitening
- Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ)
- Tooth Extraction
- Traumatic Dental Injury
- Veneers
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. P. Mike Upton as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Ambetter of Alabama
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 18 plans from Ambetter of Alabama
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complete Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Enhanced Diabetes Care Silver with $0 Drug Options | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Enhanced Diabetes Care Silver with $0 Drug Options + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
Dental plans
Humana
Network data as of Sep 13, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Dental Smart Choice - High | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Humana Dental Smart Choice - Lite | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Humana Dental Smart Choice - Low | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Renaissance Dental
Network data as of Sep 16, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama Preferred Plan | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Alabama Preferred Plan (Pediatric Only) | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Alabama Preferred Plus Plan | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Alabama Preferred Plus Plan (Pediatric Only) | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Alabama Wellness Essentials Plan | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. P. Mike Upton is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Payments received from industry
- $1,406.59 in general payments (consulting fees, meals, travel, gifts, etc.) across 53 payments
Meals, travel & gifts
| Category | Amount | Payments |
|---|---|---|
| Food and beverage | $1,147.50 | 51 |
Other payments
| Category | Amount | Payments |
|---|---|---|
| Education | $259.09 | 2 |
Companies that paid this doctor
| Company | Amount | Payments |
|---|---|---|
| GC America Inc. | $326.08 | 17 |
| Ormco Corporation | $298.02 | 4 |
| Align Technology, Inc. | $248.77 | 13 |
| Straumann USA LLC | $171.52 | 1 |
| 3M Company | $128.74 | 5 |
| Envista Holdings Corporation | $65.82 | 2 |
| Dentsply Sirona Orthodontics Inc | $58.47 | 5 |
| PATTERSON COMPANIES, INC. | $36.94 | 1 |
| Ortho Organizers, Inc. | $31.02 | 2 |
| Nobel Biocare USA | $19.87 | 1 |
Based on CMS Open Payments data collected as of Sep 10, 2026. This reflects only payments CMS classifies as reportable and published under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act - it is not a complete picture of every financial relationship, and it is not a comment on the quality of care Dr. P. Mike Upton provides.
Other ways to reach out
- Website: http://www.rivervieworthodontics.com
Additional Specialities
- Dentist
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Questions & Answers
Does Dr. Paul Mike Upton accept insurance?
Dr. Paul Mike Upton is listed in-network for 26 ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plans from Ambetter of Alabama, Humana, Renaissance Dental. See the Marketplace plans section for details.
What conditions does Dr. Paul Mike Upton treat?
Dr. Paul Mike Upton provides treatment for Bleeding Gums, Dental Crowns and Caps, Dental Malocclusion, Stained Teeth, Teeth Grinding, Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ). For the full list see this list.
Does Dr. Paul Mike Upton have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Paul Mike Upton is affiliated with Riverview Orthodontics.
Where can you meet with Dr. Paul Mike Upton?
Dr. Paul Mike Upton's office is located at 815 Rice Mine Road North in Tuscaloosa, AL 35406.