California Dental Association

After transitioning from print to digital, The Journal of the California Dental Association has been awarded the International College of Dentists Silver Scroll Division 1 Award for its improvement in overall quality in 2023! We are proud of the progress we have made to support and promote scientific research that delivers education and insights to dentists and our larger health care community. Click the link below to learn more about the CDA Journal: https://hubs.ly/Q02W9tcL0

The Sacramento District Dental Society is hosting their biggest event of the year – the Annual MidWinter Convention & Expo on February 27-28 at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center. Early registration ends November 8, register today to lock in the best price! https://lnkd.in/gdzFy5q8 Will we see you there?

Do you have an employee who has used California’s Paid Family Leave benefits on or after June 1? You may be eligible for grants up to $2K through the California Paid Family Leave Grant. PFL provides eight weeks of wage replacement benefits to workers who take time off from work to bond with a child within one year of birth or adoption or to care for a seriously ill child, spouse, parent, grandparent, sibling or domestic partner. Small businesses can use the grant to offset the increased costs associated with employees who take the leave. The official application deadline is May 2026, but funds are limited! Apply now before funds run out: https://hubs.ly/Q02W1Dx40

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Interprofessional collaboration between dentists and health care workers optimizes care for children and their families. The latest CDA Journal collection “Pediatrics with Collaborative Care” explores how some dentists have extended patient care beyond the oral cavity by developing interprofessional relationships with myofunctional therapists, child life specialists and school social workers. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gmwwRAXN

In California, a patient's authorization to use or disclose their health information is valid for only one year under the Confidentiality of Medical Information Act. The same is true for a patient's authorization to use a testimonial or photograph for use in advertising and similar purposes. To stay compliant, CDA members are encouraged to use our updated patient consent and authorization forms. Log in to download and use the form now: https://hubs.ly/Q02VTh9c0

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Check out our Q4 Practice Health Check to assess if your practice is prepared for a dental plan audit. Access resources and best practices, developed by our practice management experts, to ensure that you are prepared to comply with a dental plan’s request for an audit. Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q02VG5Nl0

How is your practice protecting patient data? The recent $250,000 HIPAA fine highlights the severe impact of ransomware on the healthcare industry. Learn about the high cost of neglecting cybersecurity here: https://bit.ly/3YanAP4 #NeverStressOverComplianceAgain #HIPAA #DataSecurity #Ransomware #HIPAAFine

Help protect your savings and assets from the high costs of care services with long-term care insurance. We have partnered with BuddyIns and TDIC Insurance Solutions to provide our members with affordable rates on special insurance benefits that can help protect you and your family as you age and your health changes. Lock in your rates early for the best value. Learn more about the options available to you: https://hubs.ly/Q02VwykF0