CDPHE released the 12th amended Public Health Order that impacts dental procedures and treatment. Read the latest version of PHO 20-29 The latest revision of PHO 20-29 made substantial changes and the CDA and Colorado Dental Hygienists’ Association (CODHA) are working together to obtain additional guidance from CDPHE and DORA. The PHO that for the past year has been up to …
2021 Colorado Legislative Session Convenes (again)
On Feb. 16, the Colorado General Assembly resumed its 2021 legislative session. It felt far more like a traditional opening day than the original opening day in January. Leadership gave traditional opening speeches highlighting priorities for the session. Common themes in the speeches included COVID relief, housing, education, healthcare costs, mental health service access, climate change, transportation, and veterans support, …
11th Revised PHO 20-29 Released
Late last week, CDPHE released its 11th revision of PHO 20-29. As of Feb. 11, 2021, there are 409,683 known cases of COVID-19 in Colorado; 22,655 Coloradans have been hospitalized and 5,568 Coloradans have died from COVID-19. Very few changes were made in this PHO revision. Here are the noted changes: Medical Facility Infection Control Policies: While fairly straightforward, it …
HPV Pilot Education Program
Dental providers play a key role in promoting and protecting oral health in their patients. In addition, they are in a unique position to provide patient education that promotes healthy behaviors to prevent or reduce the risk of potential oral health issues, including oral cancers. Oral cancer diagnoses are dramatically increasing in the U.S., with oropharyngeal cancer driving this increase. …
Taxpayer Certainty and Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2020
The Taxpayer Certainty and Disaster Tax Relief (TCDTR) Act of 2020 was enacted Dec. 27, 2020 to provide tax relief in the form of tax credits for eligible employers. It’s important to note the difference between a ‘tax break (or write-off)’ and a ‘tax credit.’ A tax credit is dollar-for-dollar relief on payroll taxes in this instance, where as a …
In Memoriam: Dr. James H. Pearce, Jr. – CDA Past President
Dr. James H. Pearce, Jr. (8-28-1930 to 1-31-2021) Dr. James Pearce, a retired endodontist and CDA past president (1986-1987) passed away at the age of 90. A 1955 graduate of Northwestern University Dental School, Dr. Pearce served two years in the Dental Corps of the U.S. Air Force, then practiced privately in Denver until 1990. Dr. Pearce was a past …
Thank You Denver Health and Thank You COMOM!
The CDA did a flash survey among members two weeks ago to better understand the continued need for COVID-19 vaccinations for dental professionals. We found that one third of our members had received the first dose; one third had received both doses; and one third had yet to be vaccinated despite substantial efforts. The dentists in metro-area counties, Larimer County …
10th Revised PHO 20-29 Released
Today, CDPHE released the 10th amended Public Health Order that impacts dental procedures and treatment. Read the latest version of PHO 20-29. The latest revision of PHO 20-29 made just a few changes. We encourage you to read the order in its entirety. Following, are the noted changes that appear in this 10th amended version of PHO 20-29. As of Jan. 12, …
Dentists Authorized to Administer COVID-19 Vaccine
Emergency Rules Adopted, which temporarily expand scope of practice. Read Dental Emergency Rule (CCR 709-1). Emergency rules for numerous healthcare professions were adopted on Jan. 11 for the expansion of scope of practice regarding the administration of the COVID-19 vaccination. The rule changes apply to inpatient, outpatient and hospital settings under certain delegation. These changes were triggered by Executive Order D …
Make the most out of RMDC Anywhere
From the Winter 2021 Journal of the Colorado Dental Association The last year has presented many challenges but also some unique opportunities. One of those amazing opportunities is the chance to experience a new and exciting virtual Rocky Mountain Dental Convention (RMDC) Anywhere. As the name indicates, on Jan. 21-23, 2021 you can access a wide variety of well-known dental industry …
