Washington dental practice reports data breach affecting patient records
US-based story. Dental practices should review email security protocols and staff access controls after this breach.
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Ohio woman pleads not guilty to unlicensed dentistry fraud charges
Enforcement reminder: unlicensed dental practice continues to trigger fraud charges; verify provider credentials.
Illinois considers teledentistry bill to clarify practice standards
Illinois may regulate teledentistry: practices should monitor SB 3211 for compliance requirements and scope changes.
New York dentist arrested for illegal narcotic prescribing
Dentists should review prescribing protocols to ensure narcotics are only issued to actively treated patients with documented clinical need.
Class-action lawsuits filed against Delta Dental in four US states
Four states file class actions against Delta Dental over reimbursement suppression: relevant for practices negotiating insurance contracts.
Three US dental companies settle lawsuits over operations and advertising
US regulatory action against DSOs continues; relevant for European practitioners aware of US market consolidation trends.
Oklahoma expands dental access through new legislation
Oklahoma dentists should review HB 3934 scope changes and credential recognition updates affecting licensing and practice authority.
State dental boards increase scrutiny of DSO operations
State boards are tightening DSO oversight; dentists in DSOs should review compliance with their local board rules.
ADA pushes FTC to investigate dental insurance market competition
ADA formally asks FTC to investigate dental insurance competition; outcomes could affect your payer contracts and claims processes.
10 dental Medicaid updates from Q1 2026
Q1 2026 Medicaid updates affect billing and eligibility across states; verify local rules with your payer.
Pennsylvania expands dental faculty licensing for school clinics
New law eases faculty licensing for dentists at Pennsylvania dental schools; affects recruitment and teaching models.
Aspen Dental pays $2.3M to settle California corporate dentistry law violations
DSOs in California must ensure advertising clearly identifies dentist-owners to avoid regulatory penalties.
Arizona dentist indicted for failing to report patient abuse
Dentists must understand mandatory abuse reporting laws to protect patients and avoid criminal liability.
Three unlicensed dentistry cases charged in US
US enforcement action against unlicensed dental practitioners. Relevant for understanding state board jurisdiction and patient safety risks.
Nebraska Medicaid patients face access gaps as dentist participation drops
State Medicaid network erosion is reducing patient access; relevant for practices evaluating Medicaid participation risk.
Ohio woman charged with unlicensed dentistry, $400K in proceeds
Case illustrates how unlicensed dental operations generate revenue over years, raising patient safety and regulatory enforcement questions.
North Carolina considers dental board reform bill
North Carolina dentists should monitor this bill as board composition changes will affect licensing and regulatory policy.
Shuttered Minnesota practice issues over $1M in patient refunds
Patients of a closed Minnesota practice are now receiving refunds. Dental professionals should understand state Board enforcement processes.
Dental groups urge Congress to protect federal oral health funding
US dental organizations are pushing back on proposed federal cuts to oral health programs; affects practice advocacy priorities.
ADA urges FTC investigation into dental insurance competition
ADA seeks FTC dental insurance investigation. Practices should track potential market changes affecting reimbursement and contract negotiations.