Author: Todd Odenweller

Several dentists across Ohio have reported receiving invoices from what appear to be a phone book listing company asking them to pay for services they did not agree to. The Better Business Bureau reports that “Yellow Pages” scams are becoming increasingly prevalent despite the Federal Trade Commission’s efforts to put a stop to ... [continue reading]

Some dentists have reported receiving a spam email from a person who says they are plastic surgeon seeking dental care for a model who lives outside of the United States. The email claims that they are looking for dental services for their client, and it says they were referred by a friend, however, it does not mention the name of the friend. The ... [continue reading]

On June 4, the Ohio House Insurance Committee held a hearing on House Bill 159, an ODA-backed bill that would prohibit dental insurance companies from dictating the fees dentists charge for services that the insurers do not cover. Below is an abridged version of the testimony I provided to the committee. Chairman Hackett and members of the Ohio ... [continue reading]

If you’re looking for some educational activities this summer, the Dr. John D. Harris Dental Museum might be just the place to visit. Located in Bainbridge, Ohio, the museum displays dental artifacts that illustrate the progress of dentistry. The museum is in the original home, medical office, dental office and dental school of Dr. John ... [continue reading]

Carnation Dental (www.CarnationDental.com) is a cost-effective way for employers to offer dental benefits to their employees. It is a direct reimbursement plan unique to Ohio and supported by the Ohio Dental Association. Carnation Dental is a self-funded, dollar-based dental plan that enables covered individuals to be reimbursed based on the ... [continue reading]

David J. Owsiany, JD - ODA Executive Director Recent studies show membership in professional associations across the country is less than it was in the past. The national trends in professional association membership have been in a downward direction for several years. Additionally, we have all witnessed certain professions, including many in ... [continue reading]

Editor’s Note: Accepting credit cards is a necessary cost of doing business, but those costs can be one of the hardest to figure out. As credit card fees for dental offices have increased, many member offices have asked for help. For more than five years, the Ohio Dental Association Services Corporation (ODASC) has worked with Best Card, LLC ... [continue reading]

Third party payer audits or reviews of dentists are becoming increasingly routine on a national level, according to reports from publications that are more national in scope. “Dentists need to realize that third party payers are closely watching their claim submission patterns and should consider taking steps to minimize their risks should ... [continue reading]

This year at Annual Session, new dentists will have the opportunity to earn up to 19 hours of CE for just $140, which includes the Annual Session registration fee, if registered by Aug. 2. Several CE courses and Table Clinics are offered at no cost to Ohio Dental Association member dentists, and one course has a discounted registration fee for ... [continue reading]

Last month, the Columbus Dispatch reported that a physician was sentenced to 10 days in jail for failing to report child abuse. The physician was also placed on five years probation and ordered to perform 200 hours of community services and pay a $250 fine plus court costs. The physician could also face discipline by the Ohio State Medical ... [continue reading]