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Welcome to KDA's
Good Vibrations &
Information Exchange!
Issue # 53
February 29, 2024
Today is Leap Day!
This day is added to the calendar in leap years as a corrective measure because the Earth does not orbit the Sun in precisely 365 days.
We are dedicated to sending you good vibrations and helping our dental community share good information with each other. Submissions are FREE for EVERYONE!
We invite EVERYONE in our dental community to participate, vendors too! The name of this publication is Good Vibrations, so we are looking for positive and helpful submissions to share.
Accepting submissions. Here are the particulars:
* This publication is sent on the last Thursday of each month.
* Please keep submissions to 50 words or less - you may also include one photo and one link, in addition to the 50 words (So, you will have to be creative!)
* Seriously, no negative stuff - please share positive, helpful or fun news.
* Send your submissions to melissa@kyda.org and she is gonna get the word out.
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Well-Being Index Available as Member Wellness Tool
On behalf of the Council on Dental Practice, we are pleased to share the Well-Being Index, an anonymous validated assessment, resource and measurement tool developed by the Mayo Clinic to address clinician distress and well-being, is now available at no cost for every ADA member, including students.
To access the tool, visit https://mywbi.org/ada-wellness to set-up an account and take the assessment. The assessment takes one minute to answer nine questions to evaluate an individual’s risk of fatigue, depression, burnout or anxiety. The tool, which is used by hundreds of health care organizations, has been customized for the ADA to provide participants with ADA resources once the assessment is taken.
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Lenovo’s Annual Sale!
Unleash Great Savings of up to 68% on Premium Tech
Lenovo’s Annual Sale is back and it’s bigger than ever. Grab up to 68% off on premium Lenovo gear, from laptops to accessories, for a limited time only. Don't miss out on this annual extravaganza and level up your tech setup!
Shop Now: www.lenovo.com/us/en/ada
Text ADALENOVO to 833-344-0228 to receive exclusive limited time offers.
For assistance with purchases, call: 1-800-426-7235 (M-F: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. ET, Sat: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. ET).
Be sure to check the website often – special offers change frequently.
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Panacea Financial offers thousands in savings to KDA Members
looking for practice financing.
Panacea Financial offers:
* Competitive rates
* A digital, streamlined application process
* Fast credit decisions from dedicated industry experts
* Guidance and service from a team of loan officers experienced in working with the unique needs and business structures of dental practices
* Around the clock customer service, available beyond just 9 to 5 through their 24/7 Concierge Desk
Panacea Financial offers a 0.25% ($1,750 annually) interest rate discount on any dental practice loan and $0 origination fees on any dental practice loan ($3,570 value). Total member value is projected at more than $15,000+ over the lifetime of the loan.*
www.panaceafinancial.com/ada
855.577.6625
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ADA CDEL AAL/ITL Teacher Scholarship Announcement
Deadline is March 29th
The ADA Council on Dental Education and Licensure is granting three (3) tuition scholarships to the Academy for Advancing Leadership’s Institute for Teaching and Learning (AAL/ITL) — as part of a commitment to support dental education and ADA general dentist members interested in serving full or part-time in dental academia.
The ITL program is presented as a four-day onsite program with class discussions, small-group projects, problem-solving exercises, self-directed coursework, peer feedback, and presentations by ITL Scholars. The 2024 program will be offered on August 26-29, 2024 at the ADA Headquarters Building. Although individuals may apply at any time during the year, the 2024 deadline is March 29, 2024. Scholarships will be granted by May 16. Each scholarship is in the amount of ITL tuition ($3,500).
For more information regarding the ADA-CDEL scholarships, including the complete list of criteria and eligibility requirements, visit ADA.org at: ADA CDEL Scholarship Information. To access complete information about the AAL/ITL visit AAL/ITL.
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Will You Be a Part of the Norton Children’s Prevention & Wellness Dental Referral Program?
Norton Children’s Prevention & Wellness has focused on the promotion of preventive oral health for children in Greater Louisville since 2018.
In 2019, more than 1,500 dental referrals were sent from Norton Children’s primary care offices to dentists through an online platform. Due to lack of funding, the online platform was discontinued in early 2020. Norton Healthcare now is under contract with Unite Us, an online social needs referral platform that allows direct referrals between providers. Our goal is to revive our past dental referral programming success through the new Unite Us platform. If you are a dental office interested in joining the Unite Us platform, click here. To learn more about other patient resources, click here.
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Compliance with Corporate Transparency Act Flags Security Warning for Small Businesses
The Corporate Transparency Act requires dental practices and certain businesses that meet specific requirements to report information to the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network about their ownership.
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) began accepting beneficial ownership information reports on Jan. 1, and all existing dental practices and companies that meet the requirements have one year to file before facing penalties.
FinCEN has been notified of recent fraudulent attempts to solicit information from individuals and entities who may be subject to reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act. The fraudulent correspondence may be titled "Important Compliance Notice" and asks the recipient to click on a URL or to scan a QR code. Those e-mails or letters are fraudulent. FinCEN does not send unsolicited requests to individuals or small businesses. Please do not respond to these fraudulent messages or click on any links or scan any QR codes within them.
To ensure the security of your information, please visit fincen.gov/boi to file a report, view informational videos and webinars, find answers to frequently asked questions, connect to the contact center and learn more about how to report. FinCEN’s Small Entity Compliance Guide walks small businesses through the requirements. The ADA also created a FAQ document to help dentists with questions.
The ADA will continue to educate its members about the reporting requirements and will continue to ask that Congress delay the deadline for when owners are required to fill out the beneficial owner forms.
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We’re Back! Tune in for Season 3 of the Dental Sound Bites™ Podcast
It’s no secret that dentists are perfectionists – it’s what makes us great at our jobs! In the season three premier of “Dental Sound Bites,” we’re getting real about fighting the fear of failure and celebrating the lessons our mistakes have taught us.
Listen now wherever you get your podcasts or in the ADA Member App! (Tip: if you listen in the app, you get access to exclusive bonus content!)
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They Call Me Mr. Secretary
Derrick Ramsey, one of the most accomplished University of Kentucky athletes of all time and the quarterback of the 1977 UK team that went undefeated in the SEC, teams up with our very own Dr. John Huang in Derrick's blockbuster new memoir, "They Call Me Mr. Secretary." Read all about it...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CMPN9W8P
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KY VALOR is a nonprofit initiative that helps veterans capitalize on their military experience to meet career goals. We are partnering with employers throughout the commonwealth to connect veterans and their spouses with opportunities. If your business has open jobs, and you're looking for a well-qualified applicant pool, visit www.kyvalor.com or email NStewart@kstc.com
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Diastema Solutions is on the hunt for awesome dental hygienists.
If you've got the skills, we've got the perfect spot for you! Current openings in Paducah, KY: 🦷😁
- temp RDH March 4th, 5th, and 7th.
- 8 week maternity leave coverage; Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays starting in May.
- Part-time RDH Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Drop us a line for more details. Amanda@DiastemaSolutions.com
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You Need a Security Risk Assessment!
One of the most important aspects of HIPAA is your security risk assessment. Without one, your practice is vulnerable.
Why you need a risk assessment:
● Identify data security deficiencies
● Prevent breaches and fines
● Qualify for MIPS credit
Compliancy Group offers a total HIPAA solution that allows practices to conduct security risk assessments, train employees, adopt policies and procedures, and much more.
Want more information on Security Risk Assessments? Download their free guide here.
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DO THE MATH and SAVE
Calculate what you’re actually paying to take credit cards in your practice. Fees divided by dollars processed = Effective Rate. KDA members average effective rate is 2.2%. If you’re paying more than that, find out what you could save with Best Card. $5,516/27% average annual savings. Fax /email a recent processing statement in for a detailed savings analysis to 866-717-7247 / Compare@bestcardteam.com.
Click here to Learn more.
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Great Deal for KDA Members - Easy-Care Scrubs by Jockey
Lands’ End Business is proud to partner with Jockey® to offer comfortable, easy-care scrubs tops and pants in a wide range of colors. Designed for performance, practicality, and a great fit, they’ll keep you and your team looking and feeling great throughout the day. Your one-stop shop for quality logo'd apparel for you, your staff, plus great promotional items for special events, holidays and more. Remember ADA members get 10% off logos, promotional merchandise and Lands' End-label apparel.
Shop now at https://ada.landsend.com
*Excludes face masks, any item identified as “Promotional Product”, furniture, screen print t-shirts and other promotional products with existing quantity discounts, excluded styles as marked, logo setup fees, logo application fees, monogramming, gift boxing, program certificates, gift cards, taxes and duties, or other fees. Online promotions may differ from catalog. Discount will be applied at checkout. This offer has no cash value and is not redeemable for cash. Promotional savings may be deducted from returns. Valid on Business Outfitter orders only. Not valid on previous orders or at Lands’ End, LandsEnd.com or when combined with any other promotional offer or program discount. Offer valid through 11:59 p.m. Central, November 8th, 2023.
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Complete Prescriptions 3X Faster |
iPrescribe®, by DrFirst, brings you the full power of e-prescribing in a simple, user-friendly app with controlled and non-controlled drug prescribing, medication history data, in-workflow prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP) checking, and patient-specific out-of-pocket drug costs.
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Please support our Kentucky Dental Foundation and sign up for our specialty license plate!
If we don't use it, we're gonna lose it! We are in serious need of more registrations, or our license plate will soon be discontinued!
If you are a friend of dentistry and the KDA, now is the time we really need your support!. When you renew your license plate, ask about our specialty plate and support our Kentucky Dental Foundation. $10 of each license plate sale and each license registration renewal will be donated to the Foundation. Tax-deductible! And, YES - you can personalize these plates! You DO NOT have to be a member of the KDA to purchase these plates. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!
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KASPER Prescriber Report Cards have Returned
It's easier than ever to read, identify high risk patients and view prescribing comparisons within your specialty. Follow the instructions in the KASPER - KOG User Guide to access KASPER, select your dental specialty, and view your report.
From David R. Hopkins, KY Cabinet for Health & Family Services
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Wish'in Ya Good Luck on St. Paddy's Day on March 17th! | |
And, here's wish'in ya GOOOD Vibrations! | | |
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Kentucky Dental Association
1920 Nelson Miller Parkway | Louisville, KY 40223-2164
502-489-9121
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