Our dental service organization market report has been prepared using advanced methodologies and research techniques to help businesses make strategic business decisions. According to Polaris Market Research predictions, the dental service organization market size was valued at USD 137.77 billion … Read More
For the third time, Texas state Sen. Nathan Johnson, a Democrat from Dallas, is trying to get a Medicaid expansion bill through the Legislature. Senate Bill 232 would create Live Well Texas, a state-specific approach to extending Medicaid coverage to … Read More
The ADA is providing the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs with comments for its ongoing project to establish a national standard of practice for all professions within the VA, including dental hygienists. The goal of the project is to create … Read More
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – Residents of Brazos Valley will have access to free dental care through the Texas Mission of Mercy (TMOM) at a two-day clinic on Friday, February 21, and Saturday, February 22. The event will be held at … Read More
Few industries have embraced technology as naturally as dentistry did with 3D printing. From faster workflows to new materials, additive manufacturing has cemented itself as a cornerstone of modern dental care. Dentists and dental labs have embraced the technology to … Read More
The state of Texas has been ordered to pay three whistleblowers more than $37 million in a 13-year-old case relating to Medicaid fraud alleging improper billings by dentists and corporate dental chains. State District Judge Maya Guerra Gamble of Travis … Read More
The dental healthcare industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by shifts in patient behaviors, escalating administrative support needs within practices, and advancements in technology. A new report from Benevis reveals key trends and developments reshaping the future of oral … Read More
MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Dental AI Association (DAIA) announced the launch of its expansion as the world’s first global organization uniting artificial intelligence (AI) and dentistry, to all continents and territories. The Dental AI … Read More
Update: The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network extended the deadline to file beneficial ownership reports required by the Corporate Transparency Act to Jan. 13, 2025. Congress approved a short-term spending bill that funds the government through March 14, 2025. The Corporate … Read More
UPDATE: The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals panel reinstated the nationwide injunction against the Corporate Transparency Act Dec. 26. Impacted small businesses are therefore no longer required to comply with the law’s reporting requirements until further proceedings take place. “In … Read More
A group of about 75 individuals from the Opportunity Center for the Homeless experienced a transformation that could alter their lives. On Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, the Texas Tech Dental Oral Health Clinic hosted Hopeful Smiles, a cost-free dental screening … Read More
ADSO Summit 2025: Shaping the Future of Dental Support Organizations The ADSO Summit 2025 will take place from March 16-19, 2025, in Las Vegas, Nevada, uniting key leaders and professionals in the Dental Support Organization (DSO) industry. This annual event … Read More
Priority: Improve parameters of noncompetes such that they balance employed physicians’ ability to practice medicine and promote continuity of care, while respecting employer physicians’ ability to protect legitimate business interests. Background: Over the past few years, the Texas Medical Association … Read More
Priority: Advance coverage for under- and uninsured Texans, while helping physicians expand their ability to care for Medicaid patients with healthier payment rates. Background: Cynthia Peacock, MD, has experienced firsthand the short shrift of Medicaid payments and the implications of … Read More
A study conducted by researchers at Mass General Brigham uncovered that less than 10% of Medicare Advantage plans offered a dental benefit that met quality standards, according to a Dec. 26 news release. Here are five things to know about … Read More
AUSTIN, Texas — Governor Greg Abbott highlighted significant investments in rural Texas communities throughout 2024, focusing on healthcare, education, and financial assistance. The initiatives aim to ensure all Texans have access to essential programs and infrastructure. “Texas’ greatest natural resource … Read More
More than 500 Texas school districts are on the hook for $16 million in funds the federal government says was improperly billed through the Medicaid system. Many of them don’t have the money to pay it back. The School Health … Read More
In 2024, the dental industry faces significant challenges that extend beyond patient care. With an evolving landscape of regulations, technological advancements, and patient expectations, dentists are juggling multiple responsibilities. However, one pressing concern that has taken center stage this year … Read More
Dental spending in the U.S. grew by $4 billion, or 2.5%, between 2022 and 2023, according to the ADA Health Policy Institute’s analysis of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services data released Dec. 18. National dental expenditures totaled $174 billion, … Read More
Buena Vista County Public Health Resource Specialist Tracy Gotto said many young people in his community face critical dental issues. “We know that it affects their ability to learn and eat,” Gotto said. “We know that it affects all kinds … Read More
AUSTIN (KXAN) – Texas Health and Human Services is asking hundreds of school districts to return the money they received through a state Medicaid reimbursement program over a decade ago after the federal government found it was billed incorrectly. The … Read More
There are currently 7,067 dental professional shortage areas in the U.S., according to new data from the Health Resources & Services Administration. The data, updated Dec. 16, also shows that the U.S. needs 10,153 practitioners in order to fill the … Read More
Commissioners in Leesburg, Fla., could vote to stop a previously approved $600,000 project to add fluoride to the city’s water supply, WFTV9 reported Dec. 15. Six notes: 1. National debate about water fluoridation reached new heights this year after the … Read More
In Texas, health advocates often find themselves playing defense to encourage leaders to preserve the state’s relatively frugal public service offerings while also pushing for more. That’s why a $300 million request to lawmakers next year from the state’s social … Read More
The ongoing shortage of dental hygienists and dental assistants throughout the industry workforce has been an ongoing issue in dentistry. The American Dental Hygienists Association recently released a position statement on the dental hygiene shortage and provided strategies that could … Read More
Health insurance is a crucial component of employee compensation, typically representing the largest benefit expense for companies outside of wages. As healthcare costs continue to rise in the United States, access to competitive health insurance is vital for employees, who … Read More
In a declaration of its priorities, the Health and Human Services Task Force of the American Legislative Exchange Council adopted the ADA-crafted Dental Access Model Act at its meeting in Washington, D.C. on Dec. 4. The model legislation will serve … Read More
The end of the Public Health Emergency in 2023 has led to a decrease in enrollment for dental benefits, according to the 2024 Dental Benefits Report from the National Association of Dental Plans. Five notes: 1. Dental benefits enrollment dropped … Read More
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) – Woodyard Periodontics and Select Study Club partnered together to provide 25 children at the Boys and Girls Club with new bikes, helmets, locks and hygiene kits. This event marks the first collaboration between Woodyard Periodontics and … Read More
The dental industry faces a unique situation that is rare in other industries and can be described as the “dual-payer problem.” On one end of the spectrum, dental practices face challenges in collecting full and timely payments, largely due to … Read More
The ongoing shortage of dental hygienists and dental assistants throughout the industry workforce has been an ongoing issue in dentistry. The American Dental Hygienists Association recently released a position statement on the dental hygiene shortage and provided strategies that could … Read More
BISMARCK, N.D. (KXNET) — The ND Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is looking for input on the latest draft of its 2025-2027 Medicaid Quality Strategy. According to HHS, the new three-year plan summarizes the work that will be … Read More
The ADA Health Policy Institute is slated to host a quarterly webinar series about the barriers and attitudes preventing adult Medicaid beneficiaries from accessing dental care and dentists from participating in Medicaid. The first webinar, Understanding the Gaps Between Adult … Read More
Reimbursement rates are the top reason behind dentists not treating more Medicaid patients, according to a report from the American Dental Association. The ADA polled nearly 1,000 dentists across eight states to gauge the importance of certain factors when it … Read More
An FAQ addressing Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act administrative simplification requirements is available from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ National Standards Group. Administrative simplification requirements govern how covered providers, health plans and clearinghouses must conduct electronic administrative … Read More
Changes could be coming for Medicaid in the next presidential administration. In his first term in office, President-elect Donald Trump’s administration backed block grant funding for the program, and supported states implementing work requirements for Medicaid benefits. On Nov. 19, … Read More
The OIG has worked on a variety of investigations involving dental providers. Many cases concerned illegal solicitation, recordkeeping, mishandling of anesthesia and sedation — which we previously covered — and quality of care concerns. This article breaks down two recent … Read More
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — After years of backlogs that have delayed hundreds of thousands of applications for healthcare and food assistance, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission is requesting urgent resources from the state to increase efficiency and avoid federal … Read More
Leaders from research, industry, academia and venture capital gathered for ADA Forsyth dentech 2024, where panels focused on driving innovation and promoting oral health globally. The oral health technology innovation conference, hosted by the ADA Forsyth Institute, took place Oct. … Read More
Patients have the right to access their health records under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act’s Privacy Rule, and covered health care providers could face fines if they fail to provide them with timely access. In October, the U.S. … Read More
