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California dentists’ top e-prescribing questions answered

CDA recently hosted a webinar with its Endorsed Services partner iCoreConnect to help dentists understand the process of transitioning from written and phoned-in prescriptions to electronic prescriptions by the state's Jan. 1 deadline. Here CDA answers questions members submitted during the webinar. 
 

December 9, 2021 |CURES (Controlled Substance), Dental Practice & Licensing, News Articles

General anesthesia, sedation permit requirements changing for California dentists

As of Jan. 1, 2022, California-licensed dentists who administer or order the administration of general anesthesia, moderate sedation and minimal sedation are subject to new requirements under legislation signed into law in 2018. Dentists can now apply for the new permits.

December 8, 2021 |Dental Practice & Licensing, Legislation, News Articles, Patient Care

Romance, risks and regret: The drama of interoffice dating

Outside the workplace, romance may know no bounds. But, if an office romance ends badly, the collateral damage could be much more than you or your practice’s reputation can afford. See case studies and get guidance.

December 7, 2021 |Employment Practices, News Articles, Practice Management

Holiday pay in California: The law and best practices for dentists

With the holiday season’s arrival, Michelle Coker, employment practices analyst at CDA Practice Support, is taking calls from members who have questions about the laws governing holiday pay. She’s assembled tips to guide California dentists based on her conversations with callers.

December 6, 2021 |Employment Practices, Laws & Regulations, News Articles, Office Policies & Manuals

Small-scale CDA Cares provides $28,211 in dental services to 50 people in Woodland

The CDA Foundation hosted the clinic at Northern Valley Indian Health. With the support of 31 volunteers, including the NVIH staff, dentists were able to safely perform 271 procedures, such as fillings, cleanings and extractions, for a total of $28,211 in care.

December 3, 2021 |CDA Foundation, News Articles, Public Health

ePrescribe by Henry Schein One offers CDA members special pricing on electronic prescribing

CDA’s newest Endorsed Services partner, Henry Schein One ePrescribe, provides CDA members an option for sending prescriptions electronically to retail and mail-order pharmacies. 

December 2, 2021 |Endorsed Services, News Articles, Regulatory Compliance

How to set up your TDIC account online and navigate new features

The Dentists Insurance Company’s website has more than a fresh new look. It’s also now faster and easier to manage your policies when and how you prefer. Online account access is now available for TDIC policyholders. Just follow these five quick tips to set up your account today, then access it online at any time.

November 18, 2021 |News Articles, Risk Management/TDIC

iCoreRx can help CDA members comply with state law requiring e-prescribing by Jan. 1 deadline

No later than Jan. 1, 2022, dentists will be required by state law to issue electronic prescriptions for all medications, with very few exceptions. CDA members have a new option to assist their compliance with iCoreRx e-prescribing software from CDA’s Endorsed Services partner iCoreConnect. 

November 9, 2021 |Endorsed Services, News Articles, Regulatory Compliance

CalSavers enrollment required by June 2022 for employers without a retirement plan

Dental practice owners and other employers who have 5 to 50 employees and do not have a retirement plan in place will be required by state law to enroll their employees in CalSavers no later than June 30, 2022.

November 3, 2021 |Employment Practices, Laws & Regulations, News Articles

Romantic relationships with patients: Your obligation as the employer

Is it ever okay to date patients? The unqualified answer is simply no. When it comes to matters of the heart, however, objectivity can be compromised. Read a case study from The Dentists Insurance Company, and learn steps you can take as a practice owner.

November 2, 2021 |News Articles, Patient Care, Practice Management, Risk Management/TDIC

Gov. Newsom signs CDA-supported bills that help dentists respond to COVID-19 pandemic and protect dentists in future public health emergencies

Dental practices that have been harmed or disadvantaged by the COVID-19 pandemic will find support through CDA-sponsored or supported bills signed into law in recent weeks by Gov. Gavin Newsom. Altogether, the governor signed 14 bills that help dentists practice better and expand access to oral health care.

October 22, 2021 |Advocacy, COVID-19/Respiratory Illness, Legislation, News Articles

Do you have dental benefit plan-related questions or issues? Help from CDA is a click away

Do you have a question about a dental benefit issue? You can receive timely assistance from a CDA Practice Support expert. Simply submit your question online using the dental submission form available within your cda.org account. 

October 18, 2021 |Billing, Contracts and Fees, Dental Benefit Plans, News Articles
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