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Texas inspector general resigns amid questions over no-bid contracts
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Inspector General Doug Wilson resigned on Friday, December 19, after the Texas state auditor said it was launching an investigation into no-bid contracts brokered by Wilson.
December 18, 2014
CMS clarifies 'free care' rule
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has clarified its "free care" rule, which should make it easier for school-based sealant programs to receive Medicaid reimbursement, according to a letter from CMS Director Cindy Mann.
December 18, 2014
CDA calls for action to correct kids' Denti-Cal deficiencies
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The California Dental Association (CDA) is urging immediate steps, including a reversal of a 10% provider reimbursement cut, to address critical issues with the state's Denti-Cal Medicaid dental program.
December 14, 2014
How to appeal a denial for covered services
By Doyle Williams, DDS
DrBicuspid.com has teamed with former dental insurance executive Dr. Doyle Williams to provide expertise to you and your staff for maximizing your patient's benefits. In this column, Dr. Williams explains how to appeal an insurance denial for covered services.
December 14, 2014
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Study: ACA leaves many children without important benefits
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) mandate for essential health benefits has resulted in a state-by-state patchwork of coverage for children that has significant exclusions, particularly for children with special healthcare needs, according to a study in Health Affairs.
December 10, 2014
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SC's Healthy Connections program supports oral health
By Rebekah Mathews
In this Second Opinion, Rebekah Mathews, the regional director of DentaQuest South Carolina, examines the issues surrounding the far-too-frequent lack of adult dental care for many Medicaid programs and the benefits of South Carolina's recently enacted legislation for adult preventive dental care.
December 9, 2014
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NH survey finds care lags for seniors
By Donna Domino
The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has released the findings of a new survey that finds seniors in the state with the poorest oral health are those who are economically disadvantaged and have conditions that affect their ability to eat and also may impact their overall health.
December 7, 2014
Enrollment in ACA remains strong
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The second week of open enrollment for the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) attracted more than 303,000 customers, according to a new report by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
December 4, 2014
HHS report: Poor kids getting more preventive dental care, less treatment
By Donna Domino
Economically disadvantaged children in the U.S. received more preventive dental care but less treatment in 2013, according to a new report by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on children enrolled in Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program.
December 3, 2014
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New products showcased at 2014 Greater New York Dental Meeting
By Donna Domino
NEW YORK CITY - Several new products were featured at this week's 2014 Greater New York Dental Meeting. Products included a range of new offerings, such as new universal adhesives, a retraction paste, a voice-controlled periodontal charting system, and an enamel-strengthening toothpaste.
December 2, 2014
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Texas court invalidates rules on Medicaid payment holds
By Donna Domino
A Texas appeals court has invalidated several rules related to payment holds imposed during Medicaid fraud investigations, saying they violate due process rights. The decision sides with plaintiffs Harlingen Family Dentistry and Trueblood Dental Associates and also reverses a trial court's ruling.
December 1, 2014
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Williams on insurance coding nuggets; Levin on follow-up calls; Butler on the holidays
By Tony Edwards
November 30, 2014
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