August 10, 2010 In mid-June, the CDA alerted members to questionable practices by some vendors related to PCI (payment card industry) credit card processing compliance. PCI compliance concerns the security of credit card information. At least one company has engaged in some questionable marketing tactics related to PCI compliance. For full information on this potential scam, click here.
Survey: Help Improve IRS Small Business Communications
August 10, 2010 The IRS (Internal Revenue Service) is asking small business owners to participate in an anonymous survey designed to help improve outreach and provide better guidance to small business owners on tax rules. The survey, which is administered by an independent, third-party group, is available online until September 9. Please click here to get started.
In Memoriam: Dr. Tom Grams
August 10, 2010 The CDA extends our deepest condolences to the friends and family of Dr. Tom Grams, who was tragically killed during a humanitarian medical mission in Afghanistan last Thursday. Dr. Grams was an active member of the CDA for many years – retiring four years ago to make the transition to full-time humanitarian dental work. Several news sources …
Help a Colleague! Practice Monitor Training: Friday, September 10, 2010
July 19, 2010 If you have at least 5 years of experience in the practice of dentistry and are interested in sharing your expertise with a colleague, you could be a practice monitor. The Dentist Practice Monitor role makes it possible to protect the public and at the same time provide support for dentists who are making changes in their …
Write Congress in Support of Federal Non Covered Services Bill
July 19, 2010 The ADA is backing a federal bill to stop dental benefit plans from dictating rates that dentists must charge for services not covered under a patient’s plan. H.R. 5000 would stop this practice at the national level and would apply to all ERISA or employer self-insured plans. Other provisions in the bill address coordination of benefits, assignment …
Taxes 101: Does Your Practice Qualify for a Payroll Tax Exemption?
July 19, 2010 Two new tax benefits are available to employers hiring employees who were previously unemployed or only working part-time. In order to encourage employers to hire unemployed workers, President Obama signed the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment (HIRE) Act on March 18. The HIRE Act allows an exemption on the employer paid portion of social security payroll taxes …
Notice of CODPAC’s Annual Meeting: Saturday, August 21, 2010
July 19, 2010 CODPAC’s 2010 Annual Meeting will be held on Saturday, August 21 at 7:30 a.m. in the Board Room at the CDA headquarters. Any CODPAC contributor is welcome to attend.
Don’t Forget: Sign-up for the CDA Easy Pay Program!
July 19, 2010 Back by popular demand, the CDA is offering its “Easy Pay” method of paying your membership dues. This program breaks your dues balance into four easy payments that can be charged to a credit card or withdrawn from your checking/savings account. This plan helps you manage your cash flow more efficiently and reduces your year-end expenses. The …
Get Great Rewards with new ADA Credit Card
July 19, 2010 The ADA recently launched a new credit card for members in partnership with U.S. Bank. This new partnership has greatly expanded cardmember benefits and rewards, while also supporting organized dentistry. Click here for full details on this new partnership – and to apply today!
Newest Addition to the CDA Family
July 19, 2010 Congratulations to staff member Molly Pereira and her husband, Mike, who welcomed a baby boy on July 11. Mom and baby are doing great!
