Implant dentistry has long been a driver of meaningful innovation, and today we are at a clear inflection point. Over the past decade, the shift from analog workflows to digitally enabled, data-informed care has fundamentally changed how we approach tooth…
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Hospitals focus heavily on denials — but denials are only part of the problem. Across the U.S., hospitals are losing millions each year to incomplete or inconsistent documentation that understates the true complexity of care delivered. Beyond visible denials lies…
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A bill proposed in the Washington state legislature would prohibit dentists from performing deep sedations and dental procedures simultaneously, according to a Feb. 2 report from FOX 13 Seattle. SB 6183 would require a multiprovider system with one individual sedating…
The future of payer-provider collaboration: Balancing reimbursement pressures & value-based progress
Health system technology leaders are being pulled into the center of payer-provider conflict. Rising denials, growing administrative workloads and tighter reimbursement timelines are forcing organizations to rethink how data, infrastructure and platforms support collaboration. This report promises a clearer view…
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Henderson, Nev.-based PDS Health has partnered with Pearl to expand AI use across its practices, according to a Feb. 3 news release from PDS Health. Here are five things to know:
Many ASCs deliver high-quality care, yet 35% of patients report reluctance to schedule procedures outside of hospital settings. This report examines how accreditation can address those concerns at every stage of the patient’s journey, from the waiting room through post-procedure…
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Dentists and hygienists in Virginia are debating a pair of bills aimed at reducing workforce shortages, WHRO reported Feb. 2. Seven notes: 1. SB178 would allow dental assistants to earn certification as a preventive dental assistant, with authorization to perform…
Lawmakers in Mississippi are considering a bill requiring dental insurance carriers to calculate dental loss ratios, according to a Jan. 30 report from DeSoto County News. House Bill 1117, the Creating Transparency and Accountability in Dental Services Act, would require…
Dental software company Planet DDS has launched the first voice-powered periodontal charting system within its Denticon platform. AI Voice Perio records voice commands during exams and stores the information automatically in patient records, eliminating the need for manual entries. The…
The dental industry could be faced with additional workforce challenges as more dentists reach retirement age, according to Dentalpost’s 2026 Dental Salary Survey Report. Dentalpost’s annual report highlights various industry trends, including workforce, salary and practice management. Dentalpost surveyed nearly…