Here are three federal government and policy updates from the last 30 days for dentists to know:
1. CMS expanded the list of dental services it will pay for as part of its finalized 2023 Physician Fee Schedule.
2. The CDC issued a health advisory warning of a bacteria in dental waterlines after recent infections linked to a pediatric dental office.
3. The CDC released updated and expanded recommendations on providing pain care for adults with short- and long-term pain, which replace 2016 guidelines.