Medicaid Adult Dental Coverage Checker Launched
CareQuest Institute for Oral Health, in partnership with the American Dental Association (ADA) Health Policy Institute, Center for Health Care Strategies, Inc., and.
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Blowing the Whistle on Fraud Protects Vital Programs and Pays Rewards
Healthcare fraud, including fraud involving dental practices, is a top priority of the False Claims Act enforcement efforts of the US Department of.
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Governor Abbott Signs Texas Teledentistry Bill into Law
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed HB 2056 into law, making teledentistry services available in Texas. The law defines the practice of teledentistry.
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Children in Foster Care Face Greater Oral Healthcare Needs
Despite mandatory state dental coverage, children in the foster care system face significant barriers to accessing oral healthcare, according to the University of.
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The Pandemic Made Dental Staffing More Challenging
As society gradually returns to normal, dental practices are hiring again too, according to the ADA Health Policy Institute (HPI). But they’re facing.
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Dental Clinics to Pay $2.7 Million for Alleged Use of Unsterilized Tools
The Upper Allegheny Health System (UAHS) has resolved a former employee’s claims alleging that it billed Medicaid for dental services where it failed.
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Minnesota Dental Association Calls for Adjustments to Medicaid Reimbursement Rates
The Minnesota Dental Association (MDA) is calling on state legislators to address oral health priorities in special session, as current dental provider reimbursement.
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Texas Dentists Settle Medicaid Fraud Allegations for $3.1 Million
Two dentists in North Texas, their dental management companies, and certain affiliated pediatric dental practices have paid $3.1 million to the United States.
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The Medicaid Orthodontics Program Needs Fixing
Most of the dental profession has been well aware of the ongoing exploitation of the dental Medicaid program for decades. This has included.
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OHCA Names DentaQuest a Medicaid Benefits Administrator
The Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) has awarded a one-year dental benefit management contract to DentaQuest, the nation’s largest and most experienced Medicaid.
