ADA launches new Patient Service Coordinator Program
On January 23, 2026Patient service coordinators serve as a connection point between patients and the rest of the dental team.… Read more
Dear ADA: Reimbursement rates
On January 23, 2026ADA Health Policy Institute data shows many dentists are concerned about low reimbursement rates.… Read more
ADA highlights dental market reforms in advance of insurer CEO hearings
On January 23, 2026The ADA submitted a letter urging lawmakers to examine longstanding issues in the commercial dental market at insurer CEO hearings.… Read more
Academy for Sports Dentistry to offer sports dentist certification course
On January 23, 2026The Academy for Sports Dentistry is offering a sports dentist certification course that will focus on preventing and managing trauma.… Read more
Patient lawsuit alleges Delta Dental misrepresents out-of-network coverage
On January 22, 2026A class-action lawsuit filed by patients insured by Delta Dental alleges the insurer misrepresents its out-of-network coverage.… Read more
ADA urges Congress to modernize MACRA to better integrate oral health
On January 21, 2026The ADA is calling for the prioritization of dental interoperability, administrative simplification and evidence-based quality measurement.… Read more
New HIPAA rules address substance use disorder records
On January 16, 2026The ADA updated its sample HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices to reflect new rules regarding substance use disorder treatment information.… Read more
Senate passes FY 2026 interior spending package
On January 16, 2026A Senate-approved appropriations package includes increased funding for Indian Health Service, or IHS, dental programs.… Read more