3 federal government, policy updates for dentists to know

Here are three federal government and policy updates from the last 30 days for dentists to know:

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1. CMS expanded the list of dental services it will pay for as part of its finalized 2023 Physician Fee Schedule.

2. The CDC issued a health advisory warning of a bacteria in dental waterlines after recent infections linked to a pediatric dental office.

3. The CDC released updated and expanded recommendations on providing pain care for adults with short- and long-term pain, which replace 2016 guidelines. 

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