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CDA: Calif. dentists targeted by misleading labor law notices
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The California Dental Association (CDA) is warning dentists about bogus notices asking for money to receive "current compliant State and Federal 2015 Employment Posters."
February 10, 2015
Lehmkuhl on your support staff; malpractice hammer clause; Wash. state considering DSO law?
By Tony Edwards
February 10, 2015
Malpractice Insurance Primer: Part 2 -- Understanding the 'hammer clause'
By Jennifer Gibson
In the second of a three-part series, Jennifer Gibson of Medical Protective details a clause in your malpractice insurance known as the "hammer clause" and its impact on your professional liability policy. She details the difference between a full and modified clause and also what you should know when considering a malpractice policy.
February 9, 2015
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Wash. considers changing dental law
By Donna Domino
Washington legislators are considering changing the state's dental law, which supporters say will remove regulatory uncertainty for dentists who work for dental support organizations. But the state dental association says the proposed changes could lead to decisions based more on profit than the ethical treatment of patients.
February 9, 2015
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Vt. considers licensed dental practitioners
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Vermont lawmakers are considering two bills to create a new dental care provider in the state, a licensed dental practitioner. The goal of the bills is to improve access to dental care for underserved populations.
February 8, 2015
All Anthem product lines hacked, including dental insurance
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Health insurance provider Anthem was hacked on February 4. All of its product lines, including dental insurance, were compromised in the attack, affecting millions of customers.
February 5, 2015
Ariz. lawsuit claims foster kids lack dental, medical care
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Children's advocates have filed a federal lawsuit on behalf of thousands of children in foster care in Arizona, claiming a severe shortage of access to healthcare services, including dental care.
February 4, 2015
ADA offers resource on identity theft
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The ADA is offering a resource that provides dentists with information to respond to identity theft, according to ADA News.
February 3, 2015
U.S. Congress considers Action for Dental Health bill
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Rep. Mike Simpson, DMD (R-ID), an Idaho dentist, has cosponsored a bill to authorize oral health grants "to improve essential oral healthcare for lower income individuals by breaking down barriers to care."
January 29, 2015
Levin on patient communication; Nash on pumice prophies; malpractice insurance primer
By Tony Edwards
January 25, 2015
Malpractice Insurance Primer: Part 1 -- Tail and occurrence coverage
By Jennifer Gibson
In this new three-part series, Jennifer Gibson of Medical Protective covers the important details of different types of malpractice insurance and which is the best fit for your practice. As this insurance can be complicated and expensive, knowing the details matters. Part one covers tail and occurrence coverage.
January 25, 2015
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Wash. centers to pay $3.35M for improper Medicaid billing
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced last week that his office is recovering $3.35 million from Sea Mar Community Health Centers, stemming from allegations that Sea Mar improperly billed Medicaid for thousands of dental appointments.
January 18, 2015
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