WV Dental Loss Ratios Published

Jan 21, 2026 | Advocacy

First Win of 2026 Legislative Session The WV Office of the Insurance Commissioner has published Dental Loss Ratio information by provider on the Offices of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) Health Insurance Information website.  The information is on the bottom of the...

Senate Bill 548 – WVDA’s More for Your Smile Bill

Jan 20, 2026 | Advocacy

Dental Insurance Transparency Bill Introduced in the WV Senate Momentum is building for patient-focused dental insurance reform in West Virginia. With Senate Bill 548 now filed by Sen. Jason Barrett, the goals of More for Your Smile are officially before the...

WVDA Legislative Reception Talking Points

Jan 19, 2026 | Advocacy

Please plan to join the WVDA at the State Capitol Complex this Thursday evening at 5pm for our Dentistry Day at the Capitol Legislative Reception! All the logistical information and talking points are in the document below.  Please reach out to Hallie if you have any...

Improve Medicaid Efficiency In Your Office

Jan 19, 2026 | Office Management

ADA Releases Medicaid Financial Sustainability Toolkit Providing dental care to Medicaid beneficiaries can be professionally fulfilling for many dentists. However, the ADA recognizes that dentists and their teams are making a substantial commitment by treating...

Medicaid Universal Credentialing Bill Receives Hearing

Jan 15, 2026 | Advocacy

HB 4335 to Streamline Medicaid Credentialing The House Health Committee is considering a bill sponsored by Committee Chairman, Delegate Evan Worrell (R-Cabell), to expedite Medicaid credentialing of providers. House Bill 4335 requires traditional Medicaid to complete...