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5 recent ADA advocacy moves
The American Dental Association pledged $5 million to a campaign and four more updates from the organization that Becker's has reported on since Sept. 2:
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Dental groups urge CMS to increase dental surgery access at ASCs
A dental coalition is urging CMS to increase access to dental surgeries at ASCs.
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How integrating dental, medical care breaks down health barriers
Increased communication between dental and medical providers can result in reduced barriers to care, according to a report from the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine in Aurora.
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ADA gives $5M toward Massachusetts ballot initiative
The American Dental Association recently committed $5 million to a campaign supporting a ballot measure that would establish a medical loss ratio for dental payers in the state.
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Dental appointments see 10% increase since 2021: 11 report findings
More Americans are hopping back into the dental exam chair in 2022 compared to 2021, according to a report from Zocdoc, a digital healthcare marketplace.
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5 stats on oral health for older adults
Access to care, negative emotions associated with dental visits, and a lack of understanding about the connection between oral and overall health are the three main barriers hindering older Americans' oral health, according to a recent survey.
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5 clinical leadership updates for dental leaders
Here are five clinical leadership stories Becker's has reported on since Aug. 18:
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ADA shows support for 2 education initiatives: 7 things to know
The American Dental Association recently backed two educational initiatives involving student loans and grants for two dental roles.
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North Carolina dental board adjusts anesthesia rules after patient deaths
The North Carolina Board of Dental Examiners recently made changes to how anesthesia is administered to dental patients after several patient deaths, WWAY reported Sept. 12.
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Dental groups developing legislation to increase licensure portability: 6 notes
Several dental organizations have partnered to create legislation pushing for increased licensure portability for dentists and dental hygienists.
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9 monkeypox updates for dentists to know
Here are nine updates about the monkeypox virus outbreak as the U.S. tops 21,000 cases:
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5 CMS updates for dentists to know
CMS released proposals with changes to dental service fees, and several clinical groups urged the federal organization to expand care under Medicare.
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ADA responds to CMS' proposed Medicare dental rule: 9 things to know
The American Dental Association recently commented on CMS' proposal to provide dental coverage under certain medically necessary conditions.
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6 ways CMS can improve Medicare Advantage plans, per the ADA
The American Dental Association recently gave several suggestions to CMS to improve Medicare Advantage plans.
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Why Americans delay dental care
High cost and lack of insurance coverage are not the sole reasons Americans skip out on dental care.
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ADA, Massachusetts Dental Society voice support for state medical loss ratio ballot measure
The American Dental Association and the Massachusetts Dental Society are supporting a ballot measure that would establish a medical loss ratio for dental payers in the state.
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Why Americans avoid the dentist
High out-of-pocket costs were cited as the main reason Americans are delaying dental care, according to a recent survey by detalinsurance.com.
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'A clear and convincing violation of medical ethics': 40+ groups urge the end of mercury dental fillings in federal programs
More than 40 organizations have called on the Biden-Harris Administration to appoint a chief dental officer of the U.S. Public Health Service who is committed to ending the use of mercury fillings in federal programs.
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4 recent American Dental Association updates
The next president of the American Dental Association makes plans for his term and three more updates from the organization Becker's has reported on since Aug. 8:
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5 clinical leadership updates for dentists
The Biden administration has declared the monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency and four more clinical leadership updates Becker's has reported on since Aug. 5:
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