Four Ways to Beat Cybercriminals at Their Own Game By Robert McDermott, President and CEO of iCoreConnect From the Winter 2022 Journal of the Colorado Dental Association No one likes to be manipulated, yet we are subjected to invasive tactics in our email to get us to click a link, give access to sensitive data or share confidential information. These aren’t …
By Molly Pereira, CDA Associate Executive Director From the Winter 2022 Journal of the Colorado Dental Association There are three types of people during the holidays: Those who proudly watch Hallmark movies, Those who watch Hallmark movies but won’t admit it and Those who judge people for watching Hallmark movies. Years ago, I was a solid number three on that list. …
The CDA is devastated to know of the fires that engulfed the Superior and Louisville areas on Dec. 30. Our deepest sympathies to those who were impacted directly by this emergency. We sincerely hope that our dental community is safe, as well as its family members, friends and dental teams. We welcome any information regarding those dental teams directly affected …
Prior to the 2020 legislative session, the CDA made a commitment to Sen. Dominick Moreno to bring on an external independent consulting group that would convene Colorado stakeholders, gather information, and determine where Colorado had specific oral health needs or gaps in care. In addition to assessing need in Colorado, the group was asked to evaluate current dental care programs, …
The 2022 legislative session is expected to begin on Jan. 12. With many fingers crossed toward avoiding any COVID disruptions to this year’s schedule, the legislature should adjourn on May 11. Some anticipated key considerations for the 2022 legislative session include: Healthcare – In 2022, we expect to see bills addressing insurance billing, including changes to out-of-network billing policies to …
As the year draws to a close, Colorado dental offices should prepare to comply with the requirement that employers offer sick leave to their employees starting next year. Healthy Families and Workplaces Act In 2020, Colorado passed SB20-205, the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). This required employers with 16+ employees to provide paid sick leave beginning 1/1/21 and ALL …
To make sure Coloradans have the tools they need to keep their families safe, CDPHE is providing free over-the-counter tests directly to people’s homes. The program uses Abbott BinaxNOW™ rapid antigen tests that show results within 15 minutes. These tests can be acquired and used by your staff when potential direct exposure concerns arise. Each order contains four tests. …
CDA, ADA and local dental society 2022 dues invoices have arrived in mailboxes across the state. You can renew your tripartite membership online anytime at www.cdaonline.org/renew. It’s convenient and simple. You will need your ADA number and password. If you have difficulty logging in, use the ADA reset password tool or contact the CDA at 303-996-2841 or 303-996-2842. Payment Options: …
By Carrie Mauterer, D.D.S., CDA Editor Published in the Fall 2021 issue of the Journal of the Colorado Dental Association For the first time in years, the CDA Ladies in the Loupe group was able to meet again in person. I remember attending the very first Loupe event held at the Denver Botanical Gardens over a decade ago and feeling …
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) opened Phase 4 of the Provider Relief Fund to applications beginning September 29 with a deadline of October 26. Eligible dental providers can apply to receive funds from the $17 billion set aside for providers who can document revenue loss and expenses between July 1, 2020, and March 31, 2021, as a result …
