Today's Top 20 Stories
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Delta Dental of Washington fined $130K for improper claim denials: 6 things to know
Washington state Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler has fined Delta Dental of Washington and its healthcare benefit manager $130,000 for improper claim denials, according to a Dec. 12 news release from the commissioner's office.
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6 dentistry updates in Virginia
Here are six dental industry updates that have taken place in Virginia since Nov. 15:
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4 federal government, policy updates for dentists to know
Here are four federal updates Becker's has reported on since Nov. 18:
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Max Surgical Specialty Management persists through industry challenges: Q&A
Hackensack, N.J.-based Max Surgical Specialty Management is leveraging its industry partnerships and surgeon network to continue growing its network and supporting members.
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How 2 DSO giants hit practice milestones in 2024
Dallas-based MB2 Dental and Henderson, Nev.-based PDS Health hit major practice milestones this year, reaching 700 and 1,000 supported offices, respectively.
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Wyoming city council votes to end water fluoridation after debate: 5 notes
The Thermopolis (Wy.) Town Council voted to remove fluoride from its drinking water, joining other cities in the U.S. that have ended or are considering ending water fluoridation.
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Benevis cares for 600,000+ patients in 2024
Atlanta-based Benevis provided care to more than 600,000 patients in 2024, with 82% relying on Medicaid or CHIP plans.
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UConn dental school to increase tuition
The University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine in Farmington approved a tuition increase, according to a Dec. 11 report by Eyewitness News 3.
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Alabama Dental Association pushes for medical loss ratio: 7 things to know
The Alabama Dental Association has launched a campaign advocating for dental insurance reform legislation, including a medical loss ratio, according to a Dec. 11 report by WSFA 12.
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60+ dental mergers, acquisitions in 2024
Here are more than 60 dental industry mergers and acquisitions that Becker's reported on in 2024:
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AAO monitoring research on microplastic exposure from clear aligners: 5 notes
The American Association of Orthodontists is examining the potential effects of microplastic exposure from clear aligners.
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Suspended Virginia dentist surrenders license
Christina Mills, DDS, a dentist in Culpepper, Va., has voluntarily surrendered her dental license to practice dentistry in the state.
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North American Dental Group opens Ohio practice
Complete Dental Care, an affiliate of Pittsburgh-based North American Dental Group, has opened an office in Bellaire, Ohio.
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Where 7 specialty DSOs stand headed into 2025
Specialty DSOs are finishing up a year filled with new partnerships, investments and network milestones.
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Meet the leaders of 10 DSO giants
The leaders of the largest DSOs in the U.S. oversee networks of thousands of dental practices and dental professionals.
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Dental implants are changing dentistry's trajectory
Dental implant therapy and technology has been a big advancement for the dental industry leading to better patient outcomes as well as removing barriers to care.
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Dental workforce model legislation accepted: 5 things to know
The Health and Human Services Task Force of the American Legislative Exchange Council adopted model legislation to address issues in the dental workforce, according to a Dec. 11 news release from the American Dental Association.
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Medicaid redetermination process leads to drop in dental benefits enrollment: 5 notes
The end of the Public Health Emergency in 2023 has led to a decrease in enrollment for dental benefits, according to the 2024 Dental Benefits Report from the National Association of Dental Plans.
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Arizona dental practice to open new location
A pediatric dental practice in Arizona is set to open its sixth location.
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20+ notable DSO milestones in 2024
Here are 18 DSOs that accomplished major milestones in 2024, including network expansions, new programs and technology innovations.
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