The Colorado Dental Board has organized a sleep apnea workgroup to draft new rules and policies regarding sleep apnea services offered by dentists. The board has announced its first meeting, which is open to the public. The CDA encourages members who might be affected by these changes to share their opinions with the workgroup. Meeting Details Date: Friday, March 31 …
Weld County Hosts Bowling and Dinner Event for New Dentists
The Weld County Dental Society held a bowling and dinner event Feb. 16 for new dentists and their families in Northern Colorado. The event was a success, with about 20 families attending. All in all, with dentists’ spouses, children and sponsors, more than 50 people enjoyed free bowling and laser tag as well as a buffet dinner. Held at the …
Medicaid Provider Update: 3-Week Payment Delay Expected for Systems Transition
On March 1, Colorado Medicaid, now known as HealthFirst Colorado, and CHP+ will undergo a transition in vendors and claims payment systems for the programs. This transition primarily affects medical claims submission, but there are a couple of important considerations dentists should keep in mind. For the dental community, nothing will change in terms of claims submission or provider portals …
2017 Lobby Day a Success
Put down 2017 Dentists at the Capitol Lobby Day as a success. About 35 dental professionals from across Colorado joined the CDA’s lobbying and government relations team as they converged upon the state Capitol on Friday, Feb. 17 to discuss with their legislators about key issues affecting the dental profession in Colorado. This year, the primary issue for discussion at …
The CDA Foundation Next Grant Submission Deadline Is March 15
The CDA believes in giving back to the community through its charitable efforts. That’s possible because of the CDA Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization, that supports the CDA’s access-to-care agenda and Dental Health Matters efforts to increase discussions about oral health and the dental profession in Colorado communities and advocate for smart improvements that increase access to dental care. Semiannually, the …
CDA Ends 2016 with First Market Share Increase in Seven Years
For the first time in at least seven years, the CDA ended the year (2016) with an increase in its overall market share. According to the American Dental Association, 72.8% of active licensed dentists in Colorado are members of the CDA. “When you factor in that market trend, the CDA grew almost 3% during this last year,” said Dr. Jeff …
ADA Foundation Gives Grants and Scholarships to Colorado Dental Professionals
The ADA Foundation has chosen individuals and organizations from the 14th District to receive grants and scholarships. Of those who were recognized were an organization—Bright by Three—and two students from Colorado. Bright by Three received the Samuel D. Harris Fund for Children’s Dental Health grant. Bright by Three, which was known as Bright Beginnings at the time of the grant …
Legislative Update: SB17-190 on Noncovered Dental Services Passes First Committee
With less than 24 hours’ notice from the Senate Health and Human Services Committee, the CDA mobilized its grassroots network of members to reach state legislators before the committee met to vote on SB17-190: Insurance Carrier Fees for Noncovered Dental Services. Thanks to these grassroots efforts and member dentists testifying during that hearing, the bill has passed the committee by …
CDPHE Seeks Feedback on X-Ray Regulations
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) Radiation Program is proposing changes to its x-ray regulations, specifically Part 6 (X-Rays in the Healing Arts) and Part 2 (Registration of Machines, Facilities and Services), which apply to dental offices. The CDA is working with dental radiology experts to evaluate these potential changes and how they might affect dental practices. …
2017 Lobby Day Registration Is Open!
The CDA needs dentists from across the state to join us in meeting legislators and providing them with information on the importance of dental health. Why? Because dental health matters. Prior experience is not needed. The CDA will supply resources and training to those who volunteer for the event. Event Details Date: Friday, Feb. 17, 2017 Time: 8 a.m.-noon Where: …
