December 21, 2011 The state Medicaid program hosted a full-day stakeholder retreat on Dec. 7 to gather feedback from dentists about possible administrative changes to the Medicaid orthodontic benefit. The discussion addressed both comprehensive and interceptive orthodontia. Medicaid is considering clarifying the prior authorization process for orthodontics through the addition of transparent scoring criteria. There has also been discussion of …
“Dentists at the Capitol” State Lobby Day
December 21, 2011 Mark your calendar and save the date for the CDA’s “Dentists at the Capitol” State Lobby Day on Friday, Feb. 17, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Colorado State Capitol in Denver, Colo. Meet with your legislators to discuss issues that will impact dentistry. It’s important to develop a relationship with your legislator before …
Vendor Spotlight: Sharkey, Howes & Javer – CDA-endorsed since 1993.
December 21, 2011 Sharkey, Howes & Javer has been serving the CDA dentists, families and staff for almost 20 years. They are a nationally recognized, award winning financial planning and investment firm that specializes in providing clients with intelligent choices. A comprehensive interview allows the company to get to know you so they can create a unique plan and investment …
State Board Meeting Update: Should dental hygienists be required to carry their own separate liability policy?
November 17, 2011 At the Nov. 2 meeting of the Colorado State Board of Dental Examiners, one topic of debate was whether dental hygienists in Colorado should be required to carry liability insurance separate from the dental practice policy.
Medicaid Revises Orthodontic Rule
November 17, 2011 The Board of Directors that oversees Medicaid met on Oct. 8 to consider changes to the rule governing orthodontic services provided to Medicaid patients. Several dentists attended the hearing and commented about the importance of these services. They also commented that the rule as written seemed too vague and asked for further clarification of the acceptance criteria …
Dr Ken Versman – Newly Elected ADA 2nd Vice President
November 17, 2011 On Oct. 13, Dr. Ken Versman, a CDA past president and periodontist in Aurora, Colo., was elected as the new American Dental Association Second Vice President. Dr. Versman was elected at the ADA House of Delegates meeting in Las Vegas, NV in conjunction with the ADA Annual Session.
Register for Give Kids a Smile Day!
November 17, 2011 Kids back in school and the end of the year means that it’s time to register for Give Kids a Smile Day (GKAS). Please register to help kids in need through the ADA’s 10th annual GKAS program. GKAS is a day of free treatment and education for children without access to dental care. Please join us by …
COMOM Gives Brush, CO Something to Smile About
November 17, 2011 Thank you to all of the dentists, dental professionals and community volunteers who donated their time Oct. 20-23, 2011 for the fifth annual Colorado Mission of Mercy (COMOM). More than 1,300 adults and children, who could not afford dental care, were provided with free treatment and education through this program.
Dental Line 9
November 17, 2011 The CDA and MDDS host Dental Line 9 a few times each year in conjunction with 9 News. This is a call-in program for 9 News viewers where they can get answers to their dental questions. Thank you to Dr. Eric Van Zytveld, Dr. Kim York, Dr. Kendal Carlson and Dr. Jennifer Berwick for participating at the …
Students Explore Careers in Dentistry
November 17, 2011 The Explorer Post Careers in Dentistry program gives students who are interested in the dental profession hands-on experience and education through monthly programs conducted by volunteer CDA dentists. This program, sponsored by the CDA and the Metro Denver Dental Foundation, was created to provide a unique experience to high school students, college students and young adults who …
