Both Legislative Chambers Pick Up Democrat Seats The Governor and Constitutional Officers were NOT on the ballot. In the State Legislature, democrats more than doubled the number of seats they’ll hold in West Virginia’s House of Delegates, although republicans will...
Dentists are among the most trusted healthcare professionals, and legislators need to hear directly from those who provide care every day! Dentistry Day at the Capitol gives WVDA members he opportunity to give direct insight on policies that affect patients,...
Your WVDA is meeting with WV Medicaid this Friday, October 23rd. Please alert Hallie@wvdental.org to any issues/concerns so they can be addressed with State Medicaid staff. Please send the emails by Thursday, October 22nd, close of business.
As Congress debated federal spending, important oral health programs faced funding uncertainty. The ADA made sure dentistry’s story was heard, showing lawmakers how these investments support dentists, strengthen the workforce, advance research, and improve access to...
Last July, the American Dental Hygiene Association released a whitepaper entitled, "Dental Hygiene Self-Governance: An Ethical and Economic Imperative." The white paper advocates for the following: Creation of an independent dental hygiene board The report recommends...
Out-of-network dentists who submit claims to Aetna on behalf of patients Are you frustrated by Aetna's decision to eliminate paper check and paper EOB options for out-of-network providers? The following template can be utilized/modified and emailed to...
The WVDA and the ADA oppose Delta Dental of California’s policy to begin charging dentists for paper checks and Aetna’s move away from paper checks for noncontracted providers. Delta Dental is now requiring providers to pay a separate administrative fee of $15 per...
The WVDA has agreed to help a community college conduct a survey of dentists to determine the need and interest in a new dental hygiene program in our State. Please take a minute to fill out the survey which can be access at the link or QR code below: WVDA Needs...
The WVDA is seeking dentists contacts for primary election winners. The following lists breakdown potential new legislators by local component. If you are acquainted with any of the following, please let Hallie@wvdental.org know! BDS/MWT: Kerry Murphy...