Greg Ewing, JD, MPH[email protected]Regulatory UpdatesHIPAA enforcement activities impact small group practicesOn February 24, 2014, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced that it will survey up to 1,200 covered entities and business associates to determine suitability for its HIPAA Audit Program. Small group practices need to take action and ensure they are in compliance or risk serious consequences.March 18, 2014Regulatory UpdatesThe new compliance and enforcement landscape and what to do about itLast year was quite a year for Texas dentists who provide services to Medicaid patients, families, and individuals with low incomes and resources. As a result of the new powers given to federal and state agencies through the Affordable Care Act, dentists are experiencing crippling payment holds based on mere allegations of fraud.January 12, 2014Page 1 of 1Top StoriesPractice SalesThe risks of DSO partnerships: Protecting your practice's futureThe allure of partnering with a dental service organization (DSO) is often the promise of financial security, operational support, and long-term success. But not all DSO partnerships live up to their initial promises, writes Ryan Mingus of Tusk Partners.PeriodonticsAnti-inflammatory drug may reverse gum disease damageOffice ManagementBaptism by fire: My 1st day in the dental practiceLegal IssuesPossibly pickled dentist sued for groping, botching smileLegal IssuesTexas investigating illegal marketing of fluoride toothpastes
