Phoenix-based SALT Dental Partners recently opened a de novo practice in Washington, D.C. Smile Horizon Orthodontics serves patients of all ages, and is led by Maria Jividen, DDS. SALT Dental Partners supports more than 200 locations in 20 states.
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Reimbursement rates Although several states have increased reimbursement rates for dental services, they are still not enough to keep up with the pace of inflation, according to data from the American Dental Association. The ADA reported that reimbursement rates increased…
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