May 5, 2011 The Colorado State Board of Dental Examiners is seeking five dentist volunteers to serve on a committee to review anesthesia permit applications. Volunteers will serve a two-year term on the committee, which will meet monthly (with one exception) and is expected to require about 6-10 hours of time per month. Volunteers must hold an active permit in …
State Board Creates New Policy on Disciplinary Letters of Concern
May 5, 2011 The Colorado State Board of Dental Examiners recently adopted a new policy on disciplinary proceedings, specifically regarding letters of concern. The policy explains the circumstances under which a letter of concern may be issued, when a case involving a letter of concern may be reopened, and how long records are maintained relating to the letter.
Time is Ticking
May 5, 2011 Register Today! CDA Annual Session June 9-12, 2011 Snowmass, CO Click Here to Register! New: The CDA has negotiated a special early bird hotel rate of $119/night at the Silvertree Hotel in Snowmass! This rate (previously at $135) is for a very limited time through early May.
Anti-Fluoride Activity in Denver
May 5, 2011 In April, the CDA worked closely with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, and Denver Water to provide education and materials regarding the immense benefits of community water fluoridation.
CDA House of Delegates to Consider 2011-2012 Budget
May 5, 2011 On June 10, the CDA’s governing body, the House of Delegates, will consider the 2011-2012 budget (Resolution 04-11-B) in addition to several other resolutions. Associated resolution 05-11-B will impact the proposed budget as it calls for a 5% dues increase each year for a period of three consecutive years. Upon approval of these resolutions, the 2012 dues …
IRS Tax Center
May 5, 2011 In an effort to assist taxpayers with compliance, the Internal Revenue Service has implemented a Tax Center Website with information for the small business owner. This site contains a plethora of information including educational videos on many tax topics and virtual tax workshops. To access this information, go to https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed.
Vendor Spotlight: Best Card, Credit Card Processing
May 5, 2011 If you accept credit cards as a form of payment from your patients, make sure you’re not paying excessive fees for this service by using the simple equation below. The CDA endorses Best Card for credit card processing. They provide personalized service to nearly 2,000 dental practices and they have been saving CDA members an average of …
Train Your Office Manager – Make Your Business Thrive
May 5, 2011 Your office manager is most likely a vital key to the successful day-to-day operation of your practice. This individual not only helps manage staff but also helps to oversee your business. This is a person who you mostly likely value and whose skills you want to grow. The Colorado Dental Manager’s Association (CDMA), an organization separate from …
Member Spotlight May 2011
May 5, 2011 In this issue: – KIND Wins Funding Determined by Public Vote – BBCDS Weekly Lunch – Highlands Ranch Practice Helps Community/Local MOPS Event
Bill Exempts Dentists from 1099 Business Tax Reporting Requirements
April 14, 2011 On April 14, President Obama signed a bill to exempt small businesses from burdensome 1099 tax reporting requirements. Before this bill passed, small businesses would have been required to issue a 1099 tax form to all vendors that were paid $600 or more during a year, creating hundreds of pages of new paperwork in each dental office. …
