Mar 30, 2026
Dear ADA: Noncovered services
If a plan denies a procedure as a noncovered service, why am I still required to accept the contracted PPO fee instead of my full fee? Read More
Mar 30, 2026
If a plan denies a procedure as a noncovered service, why am I still required to accept the contracted PPO fee instead of my full fee? Read More
Mar 26, 2026
A recent news report described financial challenges faced by patients who had prepaid for treatment before their dentist unexpectedly died. Read More
Mar 25, 2026
The updated forms became available for purchase through the ADA Store on March 24. Read More
Mar 25, 2026
Mar 25, 2026
Approximately 500 dentists and dental students gathered in Washington, D.C., for Lobby Day 2026. Read More
Mar 24, 2026
ODC urged CMS to not prohibit adult dental coverage as an essential health benefit in the proposed Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters. Read More
Mar 19, 2026
The ADA joined a coalition urging Congress to provide $310 million for tobacco prevention and cessation programs at the CDC. Read More
Mar 17, 2026
In honor of Health Workforce Well-Being Day on March 18, the new course offers practical strategies and tools for dentists and their teams. Read More
Mar 17, 2026
The conspiracy defrauded Medicaid of more than $30 million. Read More
Mar 17, 2026
The ADA supports legislation reintroduced in the U.S. Senate that would extend federal support for oral health initiatives nationwide. Read More
Mar 17, 2026
The ADA submitted comments in response to a request for information on diagnostic imaging interoperability standards and certification. Read More
Mar 13, 2026
The ADA Forsyth Institute has won gold in the 22nd annual Team Massachusetts Economic Impact Awards. Read More
Mar 12, 2026
The ADA is supporting new legislation aimed at ensuring that state dental insurance reform laws apply to self-funded dental plans. Read More
Mar 12, 2026
The Scientific Session will focus on clear, actionable insights dentists can use to support their clinical decision-making. Read More
Mar 12, 2026
ADA Member Advantage has endorsed Weave to provide its AI-powered patient communications and engagement platform to Association members. Read More
Mar 10, 2026
The American Dental Association has named Nader A. Nadershahi, D.D.S., M.B.A., Ed.D., as its next executive director, effective March 23. Read More
Mar 4, 2026
The ADA is urging the Education Department to adjust the implementation timeline for student loan changes that could affect dental students. Read More
Mar 4, 2026
The ADA Council on Dental Education and Licensure is seeking nominees to serve on its committees this October. Read More
Mar 1, 2026
The recommendations, published in JADA, are the first to be released as part of a living guideline on oral cancer detection. Read More
Feb 25, 2026
The ADA urged the EPA to strengthen the protocols in its accelerated review of potential health effects of fluoride in drinking water. Read More
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Interested in submitting a resolution? Please contact House of Delegates Secretary Eric Larson at elarson@isds.org.