Today's Top 20 Stories
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17 DSO milestones so far in 2024
Here are 17 milestones from DSOs and dental organizations, including entering new states, adding specialty services and hitting practice benchmarks, that Becker's has reported on in 2024:
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Dr. Susan Rowan named dean of UIC College of Dentistry
The University of Illinois Chicago appointed Susan Rowan, DDS, as dean of its dental school.
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7 recent dental 1sts to know
Several DSOs have recently entered new states, while a health system is launching its first dental clinic.
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Average cost of dental X-rays in each state
Alaska is the most expensive state to get a dental X-ray, according to data from insurance company Sidecar Health's cost calculator.
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Federal government could bring back HIPAA compliance audits — 2 notes for dentists
The U.S. Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights may bring back an audit program that checks covered entities and business associates for compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
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ADA expresses support for SHARE Act to improve license portability
The American Dental Association is showing its support for legislation to assist licensing authorities in states that are part of an interstate compact.
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Sage Dental launches pediatric dental brand, acquires 1st office
Boca Raton, Fla.-based Sage Dental recently acquired its first office dedicated to pediatric dental care and orthodontics.
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Dental365 opens new Connecticut office
New Hyde Park, N.Y.-based Dental365 opened a new dental facility in Norwalk, Conn.
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Walmart expands selection of oral care products
Walmart recently added two oral care brands to its selection of product offerings.
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Fewer Iowa dentists accepting Medicaid as reimbursements remain low
Fewer dentists in Iowa are seeing Medicaid patients due to low reimbursements, Iowa Starting Line reported March 21.
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North Carolina dental office under new ownership following dentist's death
Brevard, N.C.-based Carolina Smiles Family Dental purchased a dental office in Etowah following the death of the former owner, Hendersonville Times-News reported March 21.
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Spectrum Solutions launches saliva test for gum disease
Saliva diagnostic biotech company Spectrum Solutions released SimplyPerio for periodontal and gum disease.
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Ohio dentist building $920K office to expand practice
An Ohio dentist is spending approximately $920,000 on a new building to house his expanded dental practice, the TimesReporter reported March 21.
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Truck crashes into California dental practice
One person was hospitalized after a landscape truck crashed into a dental practice in Elk Grove, Calif., according to a March 20 report from CBS affiliate KOVR.
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Change Healthcare cyberattack highlights need for innovation in dental care delivery: Dentist
The recent cyberattack on Change Healthcare has spotlighted the need for improved systems in insurance and care delivery, according to Bertram Hughes, DMD.
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Virginia becomes 5th state to join interstate dental compact
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin signed Senate Bill 22 into law earlier in March, making Virginia the fifth state to join the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact.
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Indiana man charged with practicing unlicensed dentistry
An Indiana man was recently charged with practicing dentistry without a license, The Tribune reported March 20.
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Heartland Dental adds Virginia practice
Effingham, Ill.-based Heartland Dental recently added a Virginia dental practice to its network.
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Max Surgical Specialty Management appoints co-CEO
Hackensack, N.J.-based Max Surgical Specialty Management recently appointed Mark Censoprano as co-CEO.
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Meet 7 dentists leading the fastest-growing dental practices, DSOs
Seven dentists currently lead five of the fastest-growing dental companies in 2024.
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