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XLDent software gains EHR certification
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The XLDent MU practice management system is the latest electronic health record (EHR) software package to gain EHR certification.
May 16, 2013
Iowa court denies dental fee capping
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Iowa Supreme Court voted unanimously today to block insurance providers from setting fee caps for dental procedures not covered by insurance.
May 16, 2013
Calif. governor says no to adult dental Medi-Cal benefits
By Donna Domino
Dental care advocates have urged California Gov. Jerry Brown to use unexpectedly higher tax revenues to reinstate adult dental benefits for Medi-Cal, the state's Medicaid program. But Gov. Brown did not include the services in his revised budget, despite 100% matching federal funds for people eligible for Medi-Cal under the Affordable Care Act.
May 15, 2013
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New ADA campaign targets U.S. 'dental divide'
By Mary Otto
The ADA today launched a major campaign to bring the U.S. dental crisis to the attention of the public and state and federal agencies. A new Harris Interactive poll conducted on behalf of the ADA reveals vast disparities in access to oral healthcare based upon socioeconomic status.
May 14, 2013
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CDHP: U.S. should rethink tax credits for pediatric dental benefits
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Children's Dental Health Project (CDHP) and the Georgetown University Center for Children and Families, along with 44 other organizations, are urging federal officials to reconsider the interpretation of the final rule on health insurance premium tax credits.
May 9, 2013
ADA: ACA doesn't address critical dental care issues
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The U.S. Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) does not lower costs or increase access to dental care, according to an ADA analysis.
May 9, 2013
Sheri's Solutions: How to find and hire new employees
By Dr. Sheri Doniger
Gone are the days of newspaper want ads. Today Craigslist is the most common platform for advertising for new employees. How do you ensure you attract team members who will best fit your needs? Dr. Sheri Doniger shares her thoughts.
May 9, 2013
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Delta Dental of Vermont questions combined coverage plan
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Delta Dental says Vermont's new health insurance exchange, Vermont Health Connect, could leave many of its 150,000 members with poorer coverage and higher out-of-pocket expenses.
May 8, 2013
Tenn. law improves kids' access to dental care
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Tennessee legislators have made it easier for more children to have dental care, including dental sealants and fluoride varnish treatments.
May 8, 2013
DEXIS unveils next generation of Imaging Suite
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
DEXIS has released Imaging Suite 10.0.6, the latest version of its dental x-ray management software.
May 7, 2013
How DPMs are sold in corporate vs. noncorporate states
By Thomas Climo, PhD
A distinction exists between corporate and noncorporate states when it comes to the practice of dentistry in the U.S.: Corporate states allow the ownership of dental practices by outside entities or groups such as dental practice management (DPM) firms, while in noncorporate states only dentists can own dental practices in those states.
May 7, 2013
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Wisc. Senate passes fee-capping bill
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Wisconsin state senators have passed a bill that would eliminate fee-capping language in existing contracts between dentists and insurance companies for certain procedures not covered by insurance policies, according to an article by the Associated Press.
May 6, 2013
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