Greg Ewing, JD, MPH[email protected]Regulatory UpdatesHIPAA enforcement activities impact small group practicesOn 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, 2014Regulatory UpdatesThe new compliance and enforcement landscape and what to do about itLast 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, 2014Page 1 of 1Top StoriesRegulatory UpdatesFDA meeting set to discuss pulling fluoride supplementsHere’s your chance to discuss the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) possibly pulling fluoride supplements for children from the market.Imaging & CAD/CAMThis may offer a less invasive way to screen for gum diseaseHygiene ToolsWhat you need to know about the rise of xerostomiaHomeDivorce and the dentist: Postponing the inevitable court dateLegal IssuesDentist gives up license following misconduct claims
