Regulatory Updates: Page 17

Recker appointed to 4-year term on CODA

By Dr. Michael W. Davis

Dr. Frank Recker was appointed on July 12 to the ADA's Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). Recker was instrumental in challenging limited definitions of dental specialties. His appointment represents a fairly revolutionary change in perspectives from the ADA and CODA, writes Dr. Michael W. Davis.

July 21, 2021

NIDCR provides update on federal oral health report

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The U.S. National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) has provided an update on the long-awaited follow-up to the U.S. Surgeon General's landmark report from 2000 on oral health in the county.

July 19, 2021

ADA provides update on COVID-19 hazard assessments

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The ADA has updated recommendations for office procedure hazard assessments related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

July 14, 2021

CDC updates aerosol-generating procedure guidelines

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has amended its aerosol-generating procedure recommendations in its COVID-19 Guidance for Dental Settings document.

July 8, 2021

Ignorance isn't bliss: No-show fees for Medicaid patients

By Dr. Michael W. Davis

Lawsuits have been filed against alleged violators related to unlawful billing of Medicaid beneficiaries for missed appointments. But ignorance of the statutes is not a valid excuse for violation, writes Dr. Michael W. Davis in this look at Medicaid billing regulations.

July 8, 2021

ADA hails bill to defer federal student loan interest

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The ADA is joining the Organized Dentistry Coalition and several other healthcare organizations to support the Resident Education Deferred Interest Act, according to a June 30 report from ADA News.

July 5, 2021

Dental Compliance Institute publishes OSHA audit guide

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Dental Compliance Institute has published a guide on managing surprise audits from the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

June 28, 2021

Law passes on dental therapists in Ore.

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Oregon lawmakers passed a bill on June 23 that would allow a new class of dental therapists working under the supervision of dentists. If it is signed by Gov. Kate Brown, dental therapists in the state could perform numerous procedures, including simple extractions, direct restorations, and some crowns.

June 24, 2021

USPSTF releases final research plan on oral health

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recently released its final research plan on oral health screening, referral, behavioral counseling, and preventive interventions.

June 24, 2021

Texas lifts ban on teledentistry

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed a bill on June 18 that lifts a ban imposed by the state's board of dental examiners during last year's COVID-19 lockdowns requiring Texas dentists to perform physical examinations only.

June 24, 2021

OSHA rule to protect healthcare workers now in effect

By Melissa Busch

The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) emergency temporary standard that protects healthcare workers, including some dental practitioners, from occupational COVID-19 exposure is now in effect. Nonexempt employers have until July 6 to comply with most provisions.

June 21, 2021

Rise in adverse events for TMJ implants prompts FDA update

By Melissa Busch

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on June 17 released updated information about temporomandibular disorder and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) implants, including the number of reported adverse events and ways the agency is engaging with patients.

June 20, 2021

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