CDPHE released the eighth 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 reordered several sections and added verbiage throughout the order. The additions that pertain to dentistry were not overly concerning but the CDA encourages you to read the PHO in its entirety. The CDA …
Ladies in the Loupe Holiday Party 2015
November 4, 2015 Attention Women Dentists! Don’t miss this annual networking and festive holiday party! RSVP to Jeanne Nicoulin at 303-996-2842 or jeanne@cdaonline.org.
Good News – Denver Water Votes to Continue Community Water Fluoridation!
August 26, 2015 Today, the Denver Board of Water Commissioners voted unanimously to retain community water fluoridation! After very careful consideration and review of thousands of pages of research, letters and comments, the board made the decision to continue optimal fluoridation (0.7ppm) of the system’s drinking water. The CDA applauds Denver Water for its initiative to protect the public and …
Denver Water to Consider Discontinuing Fluoridation – Vote Occurs Next Month
Aug. 10, 2015 On July 29, the Denver Board of Water Commissioners held a meeting to review the latest information and science surrounding community water fluoridation, which has been provided to the community since 1953. After hearing from both proponents and opponents of fluoridation, the board announced that it will accept written public comments until Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2015. The …
CDA House of Delegates Meeting – 2015 Resolutions
May 8, 2015 The CDA’s governing body convenes each year at the Annual Session. The House of Delegates votes on resolutions that impact the CDA and its membership. To read this year’s resolutions and to view the proposed budget for 2015/2016, click here. Among the resolutions is one brought forth by the CDA Finance Council to increase member dues by …
Important Dental Office Tax Credits
December 19, 2014 Congress just passed H.R. 5771, the Tax Increase Prevention Act of 2014, which has extended the Section 179 expensing tax provision for this year. These Section 179 tax provisions allow dental practices to deduct up to $500,000 for investments in new equipment and property, phasing out for investments exceeding $2M.
CDA Endorses New Company for HIPAA-Compliant E-mail
December 18, 2014 If you’re e-mailing patients or colleagues using standard e-mail accounts provided through free systems or even encrypted systems, you could be in violation of HIPAA. Protect yourself and your practice by securing these messages. The CDA is proud to announce its newest endorsement with iMedicor/iCore Exchange.
Medicaid Dental Director Job Opening
December 18, 2014 DentaQuest is hiring a new dental director for Colorado. The position requires a dental degree and five years of clinical experience. Applicants must live in Colorado. Given how critical coming months are to the long-term success of the Colorado Medicaid dental program, interested Colorado dentists are encouraged to apply. In addition, there are Colorado job openings for …
X-ray Fee Increase
December 18, 2014 The State Board of Health met on Dec. 17 to approve a formal rulemaking hearing for proposed x-ray fee increases. The CDA submitted written comments expressing concern with the degree of the fee increase for dental offices. Click here to view a copy of the CDA’s comments. A final rulemaking hearing for the x-ray fee increase is …
Renew Your 2015 Membership Online Today
December 16, 2014 Thank you for your membership in organized dentistry this year. 2014 was a big year for dentistry in Colorado, as the legislature reviewed virtually every law that governs dentistry. The CDA testified on behalf of the dental profession and organized dentistry to protect its members and the public. 2015 will continue to be very impactful to dentistry …
