Regulatory Updates: Page 39

HIPAA enforcement activities impact small group practices
By Greg Ewing, JD, MPH
On February 24, 2014, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced that it will survey up to 1,200 covered entities and business associates to determine suitability for its HIPAA Audit Program. Small group practices need to take action and ensure they are in compliance or risk serious consequences.
March 18, 2014
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AAID sues Texas dental board over 'specialist' ads
By Donna Domino
The American Academy of Implant Dentistry has filed a federal lawsuit against the Texas dental board over a rule that limits dentists from advertising themselves as "specialists." The group, which has won similar suits against other states, says the rule violates free speech rights.
March 16, 2014
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Lawsuit exposes FDA denial of dental amalgam mercury hazards
By Griffin Cole, DDS; John Kall, DMD; and Amanda Just, MS
Leaders of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology respond to a recent DrBicuspid.com article about a lawsuit that the organization has filed against the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The academy explains its position in this Second Opinion piece.
March 13, 2014
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ADA: Exempt dentists from Medicare enrollment for drug claims
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The ADA is urging federal health officials to exclude dentists from proposed regulations that would deny claims for Medicare Part D drugs unless the prescriber is enrolled in Medicare or has a valid opt-out affidavit on file.
March 12, 2014
NC dental board to change sedation rules
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners is planning changes to its rules on sedation following the deaths of two patients.
March 9, 2014
Supreme Court will hear NC teeth-whitening case
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The U.S. Supreme Court will examine the North Carolina dental board's claim that teeth-whitening should only be done by dentists.
March 2, 2014
Calif. considers warning labels on sugary drinks
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
California lawmakers are weighing a requirement to put warning labels on sodas and other sugary drinks.
February 13, 2014
CDA releases updated radiation safety guide
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The California Dental Association (CDA) has released an updated Radiation Safety in Dental Practice guide, which includes dental regulations and a template for completing written safety programs.
February 12, 2014
The new compliance and enforcement landscape and what to do about it
By Greg Ewing, JD, MPH
Last year was quite a year for Texas dentists who provide services to Medicaid patients, families, and individuals with low incomes and resources. As a result of the new powers given to federal and state agencies through the Affordable Care Act, dentists are experiencing crippling payment holds based on mere allegations of fraud.
January 12, 2014
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Study finds increased activity of oncogene in HNC
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The increased activation of a key oncogene in head and neck cancers (HNCs) could be the result of mutation and dysfunction of regulatory proteins that are supposed to keep the gene in check, according to a new study.
January 8, 2014
Cellceutix files FDA drug application for Brilacidin for oral mucositis
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Cellceutix has requested orphan drug designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its antibiotic Brilacidin-OM drug for preventing radiation or chemotherapy-induced oral mucositis in head and neck cancer patients.
December 22, 2013
Joint Commission preps new diagnostic imaging standards
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The U.S. Joint Commission said it will be implementing new diagnostic imaging standards for accredited hospitals, critical access hospitals, and ambulatory healthcare organizations.
December 19, 2013
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