http://www.agd.org Latest AGD News en-us Copyright 1996-2013 Academy of General Dentistry http://backend.userland.com/rss Fri, 22 Mar 2013 15:25:15 CST http://www.agd.org 129 100 If you have any questions or comments about legislative issues or other advocacy matters, contact the AGD Advocacy Department at advocacy@agd.org If you need personalized assistance with your practice, including dental insurance, employment, or patient issues, email practice@agd.org. http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1577&ArtID=11205#body Thu, 3 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST The American Dental Association (ADA) and U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently updated their radiographic guidlines . Additionally, the ADA’s CDT 2013 Dental Procedure Codes, which went into effect on Jan. 1, 2013, include 35 new codes, 37 revised codes, 12 deleted codes, and seven subcategory changes. The ADA claim form   in July 2012. There do not appear to be any updates ye... http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1577&ArtID=11206#body Thu, 3 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST On Dec. 5, 2012, the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued final regulations  on a new 2.3 percent medical device excise tax. Created by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) of 2010, the tax went into effect on Jan. 1, 2013. The IRS will tax manufacturers on the sales of certain devices , including dental cement and impr... http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1577&ArtID=11210#body Thu, 3 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has issued an FAQ  about state insurance exchanges, which will become fully operational in January 2014. While each state has latitude in structuring its program, this information can help AGD members prepare for what’s to come. AGD members also should familiarize themselves with the proposed  Essential Health Benefits guidelines, whi... http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1577&ArtID=11207#body Thu, 3 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Get a full timeline of PPACA updates. Updates effective Jan. 1, 2013, include new funding to state Medicaid programs that choose to cover preventive services at little or no cost, and a pilot program of “payment bundling,” which groups services associated with a medical event together for payment. http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1577&ArtID=11208#body Thu, 3 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST The medical device excise tax isn’t the only way the PPACA could affect your practice. The House Committee on Small Business has released a guide to help small businesses, including dental practices, learn more about PPACA health care provisions that take effect in 2013  and 2014 . http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1577&ArtID=11209#body Thu, 3 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Thanks to the 2012 Speak Up, Sign Up recruitment raffle participants, the AGD welcomed 116 new dentist and student members from Oct.1 to Nov. 30, 2012! To celebrate, we’re awarding a $200 gift card to 11 randomly selected participants—see if you're among the lucky winners! Don't see your name listed? There are still plenty of opportunities to win big with the 2012–2013 Refer a Colleague a... http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1569&ArtID=11185#body Fri, 21 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST There are three Capital One® Visa Platinum credit card options available to AGD members through the AGD Benefits Plus Program—one with a low introductory interest rate, one that can help you build credit, and one that lets you earn rewards every time you use it. Rewards card holders can earn 1.25 miles for every $1 spent on purchases. To learn more about this great member benefit, visit w... http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1569&ArtID=11186#body Fri, 21 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST The new year is right around the corner! Make your tax-deductible, end-of-year donation to the AGD Foundation today and help provide access to care for underserved populations and community members in need. The holiday season is a great time to make a donation as a gift in honor of a colleague, employee, friend, or family member. Your contribution will support AGD constituent outreach programs tha... http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1569&ArtID=11184#body Fri, 21 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) wishes you a very happy holiday season and a healthy, prosperous new year! http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1569&ArtID=11187#body Fri, 21 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST The new year is right around the corner! Make your tax-deductible, end-of-year donation to the AGD Foundation today and help provide access to care for underserved populations and community members in need. The holiday season is a great time to make a donation as a gift in honor of a colleague, employee, friend, or family member. Your contribution will support AGD constituent outreach programs tha... http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1569&ArtID=11169#body Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST     Watch the video above for a special holiday message from Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) President Jeffrey M. Cole, DDS, MBA, FAGD. The AGD wishes you a joyous holiday season and a happy new year. http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1569&ArtID=11171#body Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST In this month’s AGD Podcast interview, Wes Blakeslee, DMD, FAGD, speaks with Rita Zamora about using social media to market a dental practice. Zamora, an authority on social media marketing for dental professionals, explains how and why dentists should engage with patients and potential patients via popular social media channels. She also discusses how practices can use social media to attract... http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1569&ArtID=11170#body Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Do you have questions about your staff, hygiene productivity, patients, insurance, or other practice management matters? If so, the AGD has the staff resources to answer your questions and provide you with personalized assistance to improve your practice. Contact us practice@agd.org. We look forward to hearing from you! http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1569&ArtID=11165#body Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Looking for that hard-to-find hands-on special patient care course to get you one step closer to AGD Mastership? Look no further! The AGD has invited James Curtis, DMD, MAGD, ABGD, to present a two-day, hands-on special patient care course March 1 and 2, 2013, at the Embassy Suites Indianapolis–Downtown.  The course fee of $950 includes breakfast and lunch for both days of the course. Co... http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1569&ArtID=11153#body Tue, 4 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Are you a fan of the AGD Facebook page? Do you always see our posts in your news feed? Facebook has recently launched an “opt-in” tool that allows you to always see our posts, so you won’t miss the latest general dentistry news. Be sure that you’re a part of our valuable social media discussion by following these easy steps: If you haven’t already “Liked” us, go to the ... http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1569&ArtID=11154#body Tue, 4 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Recently, a number of websites have surfaced directing patients to specialists for services that general dentists are able to provide. The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) wants to set the record straight. Remind your patients that most general dentists and specialists have excellent collaborative relationships aimed entirely at providing them with optimal care, with the general or pediatric den... http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1569&ArtID=11155#body Tue, 4 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Hi! I’m Ellie the spokeselephant, and I want you to know that as an Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) member, you can save a ton of money through the AGD Benefits Plus Program! The AGD works with 12 leading brands to bring you special offers and discounts on personal and professional services, including insurance, practice financing, practice websites, and more. For additional details about these... http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1563&ArtID=11144#body Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST AGD members also can save on the AED Plus® defibrillator from ZOLL® Medical Corporation. The AED Plus includes Real CPR Help©, which gives real-time feedback for both depth and rate of chest compressions, providing full support to rescuers of a cardiac arrest victim. The AED Plus package, priced at $1,545 for AGD members, also includes a free pulse oximeter—a $595 value! Learn more ab... http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1563&ArtID=11136#body Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST The AGD Benefits Plus Program offers AGD member three Capital One® Platinum Visa credit card options: one that offers generous rewards, one with a low introductory rate, and one designed to help build credit through responsible use. Rewards cardholders also can earn 1.25 miles for every $1 spent on purchases. To learn more, visit www.agd.org/agdcard. http://www.agd.org/about/newsroom/Default.asp?PubID=37&IssID=1563&ArtID=11137#body Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST