By Robert McDermott From the Spring 2019 Journal of the Colorado Dental Association Most providers know HIPAA places certain standards on practices to keep patient data safe, and failure to comply with these safeguards results in corrective actions and large fines. Just one compromised medical record can cost a practice $50,000.[1] There are three direct steps you can take now to …
The Colorado Dental Board meets Thursday, March 28, and is expected to vote to reopen rules governing the application of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) by dental hygienists to clarify the current interpretation. Following the meeting, the board will hold several stakeholder meetings to receive input from the public. CDA staff will inform membership of the stakeholder meeting dates as they …
The CDA is seeking dentists with expertise or interest in innovative, non-opioid treatment of pain in your specialty or discipline. If you meet this criteria and would be willing to serve your colleagues by engaging in this subject matter, please email Jennifer Goodrum at jennifer@cdaonline.org.
The CDA is hosting a fundraising team for the American Heart Association’s 2019 Heart Walk. Taking place June 1, 2019 at Broncos Stadium, the walk raises funds for science to help fight heart disease and stroke. Heart disease is the number one killer in the U.S., and a strong link between gum disease and heart disease has been established. We’re …
On March 11, the National Commission on Recognition of Dental Specialties and Certifying boards adopted a resolution to recognize dental anesthesiology as the 10th dental specialty. The National Commission recognizes dental specialties to protect the public, foster the science of dentistry and improve quality of care. Next, the American Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists must establish a national certification board that …
The CDA hosted its annual Dentists at the Capitol Lobby Day on Friday, Feb. 15. Lobby Day is a unique opportunity for dentists across Colorado to talk with legislators about the important issues that affect the dental community. From opioid prescribing and tobacco regulation to new substantial focus on examining the high costs of healthcare, dentistry is currently facing several …
The state of Colorado has a Senior Dental Care program that provides reimbursement for low-income seniors to receive important preventive and restorative care, as well as dentures. This program is being considered for potential expansions. If you have participated as a care provider under this program, we ask for your feedback on program successes and potential improvements. This type of …
The CDA Annual Session is a weekend that combines leadership with CDA business, professional wellbeing and CE in a family-friendly location. This year, we’re holding the meeting at The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, CO. This is a great opportunity to get involved with organized dentistry. Volunteer to be a CDA delegate or run for a leadership position! Register With …
Join the CDA Foundation on Thursday, April 18, for a wine tasting event at Indulge Bistro & Wine Bar (Southglenn location) in Centennial, CO. Open to members, vendors, and friends, attendees will enjoy exclusive wine and hors d’oeuvre pairings with prize drawings throughout the night! All proceeds will benefit the CDA Foundation, which supports underserved dental access to care, dental …
By Robert McDermott, President/CEO, iCoreConnectFrom the Winter 2019 Journal of the Colorado Dental Association “Ransomware reigns supreme in 2018, as phishing attacks continue to trick employees…A criminal only needs one victim to click on their malicious link or download to gain access to an organization.” TechRepublic1 Malware. We’re calling it the most significant disease that can infect your practice. Let’s start …
