Personal and practice financial management is a vital part of building a successful career in dentistry – and allowing you to lead the life you imagined. ADA.org/MyDebt is the go-to place for new dentists to learn facts on debt, budgeting tips, and student loan refinancing – which can save you tens of thousands of dollars. In fact, on… Read More »
It’s time to begin using the 18 new codes featured in CDT 2018: Dental Procedure Codes, the essential coding manual for dental professionals. This new edition helps the dental team code accurately for fewer claims rejections and faster reimbursement. Three CDT publications are available: CDT 2018 is the official source for the most specific, up-to-date dental procedure codes… Read More »
Dentistry is a physically demanding profession. Dentists often assume awkward positions to provide treatment to their patients. This leaves them at high risk of developing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). MSDs are a common medical problem and include carpal tunnel syndrome and hand-arm vibration syndrome. The causes include repetitive work motions, awkward or constrained postures and the use of vibrating… Read More »
Figuring out whether to opt in or out of Medicare can be confusing for some dentists. The ADA has resources to help dentists make the decision that’s best for their practice. Beginning Jan. 1, 2019, dentists who write prescriptions for Part D drugs must be enrolled in “an approved status or have a valid opt-out affidavit on file… Read More »
Remaining compliant with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act can be an arduous but necessary task for dentists. The ADA has resources for dentists interested in finding out more about keeping their practices electronically secure. Visit ADA.org/hipaa to learn more about the law, how to comply and read news articles on HIPAA Issues. To help dentists implement… Read More »
As they drove home to New York City from Rutgers University nearly a decade ago, Dr. Marcus Johnson and Dr. Edly Destine may not have imagined they would one day consider each other family. Their relationship is a testament to the power of mentorship, friendship, common interests and following through. Dr. Johnson, then a third-year dental student at… Read More »