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July 2023

Stories from the issue


Recruiting hygienists, assistants still challenging for practice owners

Most hygienists and assistants received wage increases in the past year


Legislators applauded for introducing Main Street Tax Certainty Act of 2023

Legislation would make 20-percent deduction for small- and individually-owned businesses permanent


ADA asks for transparency, payment parity and improved access in comments to CMS on proposed Medicaid rules

Toothflix playlists help dentists educate patients chairside or at home

Videos walk patients through topics ranging from brushing and flossing to implants and root canals


Dental Insurance Hub: In-office membership plans give dentists, DSOs a way to provide care through unique business model

ADA-endorsed Bento a modern alternative to traditional dental insurance


August webinar focuses on perinatal and postpartum depression

ADA streaming free webinar on Aug. 22


ADA, AAPD want oral health to remain national priority

Groups urge HRSA not to transition oral health to state measure


Action for Dental Health bill unanimously passes House committee

Bill would extend ADH program through 2028


DSO conference draws Association leaders

ADA executive director discusses need for collaboration


New HHS resource offers a primer on AI, cyberthreats in health care

Guide provides discussion how health care entities can help protect against AI-enhanced cyberthreats


OCR, FTC warn hospital systems and telehealth providers about online tracking technology privacy and security risks

Alert cautions some 130 hospital systems, telehealth providers about using tracking technologies on their websites, mobile apps


ADA urges grassroots action to seek extension of Action for Dental Health Act

Act reauthorizes funding for the federal oral health workforce grant program


ADA Member App fosters mentorship opportunities

New features enable members to connect with members in their state and/or local societies, users currently online, mentors


ADA seeks feedback on standard for gathering patient data to determine benefits

August JADA explores saliva-based testing

Research breakthroughs could lead to increased clinical applications


CAQH calling for participation for 2023 Index

National effort tracks costs, automation of key administrative transactions for medical, dental industries


Electronic dental records not just wave of future but wave of present

EDRs can meet clinical, business needs


Webinar: Have questions on scaling and root planing claim submissions?

Attend free offering to learn why treatment plan agreed upon by patient may be denied



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