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 StoriesLegal IssuesDSO, oral surgeon sued after 33-year-old dies following tooth pullThe family of a man who died following a tooth extraction is suing an oral surgeon, a dental service organization (DSO), and the practice where the procedure was performed.Sleep ApneaSleep apnea significantly ups the risk of psychiatric disordersDental AssistantThe keys to setting up your dental assistant for successPatient CommunicationDo’s and don’ts for mastering case presentationLegal IssuesState trooper convicted of killing dentist won’t get new trial