NADP Staff Meeting Reports

…was the purpose of meeting?​(Required) NADP Staff in attendance For NADP on the Move NADP Members in attendance For NADP on the Move Who were key attendees external to the…

Terminology Talk Column Illuminates Industry Advances

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Final Rule on 1557 Tagline Repeal Coming Soon

On May 22, Politico reported that a final rule on the repeal of 1557 taglines is imminent. The rule would remove requirements that dental plans post taglines in the 15…

2025 Nominating Committee Appointed

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House Energy and Commerce Committee Launches Investigation in Insurance Industry Profits

…would launch an investigation into health and dental insurance companies’ business practices following reports of higher profit margins, particularly for health insurance companies, during the COVID-19 pandemic. NADP has been in close…

Recent Research Points to a Two-Way Relationship Between Mental and Oral Health

…cleanings at the dentist — a challenge,” said Roosevelt Allen, DDS, MAGD, ABGD, chief dental officer, United Concordia Dental. “Similarly, having poor oral health can impact your mental well-being. Left…

North Dakota Dental Transparency Bill Signed Into Law

…and other communications about benefits coverage which occur frequently between dental carriers and dental providers. NADP’s requested changes to prior authorization language were ultimately not adopted. For more information, contact…

New Mexico Responds to Stakeholder Comments on Minimum Standards Rule

The New Mexico Office of the Superintendent of Insurance (OSI) issued a response to feedback from stakeholders on its proposed minimum standards rule for dental and vision benefits products. Several…

Washington Exchange Continues Discussions on Addition of Family Dental Benefits

The Washington Health Benefit Exchange (WHBE) Board met last week and discussed the potential pros and cons of adding family dental benefit offerings on their Marketplace. [more]…

NADP, Dental Benefits Providers Rally Against Maine DLR Legislation

…have on Maine dental consumers and employers. During the two-hour hearing, public health dentists and several dental carriers who serve consumers in Maine urged Committee members not to advance the…