Hard as it is to believe, our annual Legislative Day is just around the corner! If you haven’t already, please mark your calendars to come join us in Madison on Jan.15, 2020, to advocate on behalf of your profession. As WDA enters its 150th year, your presence is needed now more than ever to boost… Continue Reading Register for WDA Legislative Day 2020
Ten lords a-leaping, eight maids a-milking, four calling birds, etc. The “Twelve Days of Christmas” may offer lots of gifts, but who has room to store all that stuff? When it comes to what you really need, the WDA has you covered all year long. A voice in advocacy. So much better than a… Continue Reading On the Twelve Days of Christmas, WDA Gave to Me…
Corporate networks in companies of all sizes are under siege by a growing number of increasingly sophisticated attacks from cyber criminals across the world. These attacks can happen at any time, both to your business or to you personally on your own private networks. There are steps you can take to reduce the risks as… Continue Reading Cybersecurity Part 1: Phishers Are Trying to Fool You
As 2020 approaches, you have been invited to renew your professional relationship with dentistry by maintaining your WDA membership or joining for the first time. As a WDA member, you receive many benefits including advocacy, member communications, continuing education, consumer awareness, practice management, networking and cost savings opportunities. While you are considering your membership, please… Continue Reading Your Investment Keeps the WDA Foundation Strong!
Death is not a fun topic to think or talk about, which unfortunately contributes to life insurance being one of the most neglected areas of any financial portfolio. The bottom line is this: if there is anyone in your life that relies on you financially, then you need life insurance. Having some form of coverage… Continue Reading 5 Reasons to Review Your Life Insurance Coverage
“I have completed John’s treatment. He wanted to send you a picture of the two of us showing off his new smile! John was a pleasure to treat! I absolutely adore this man! He came in today to receive his partial and brought me a dozen red roses….what a charmer. The humor and gratitude this… Continue Reading Donated Dental Services Needs Your Recommendations!
Keep your eyes on the mailbox in early December for your 2020 Wisconsin Dental Association dues statement. The WDA 150th anniversary is fast approaching but that doesn’t mean we have to operate like we did in 1870, for the first time ever the WDA sent out emailed invoices in mid-November. If you already paid your… Continue Reading 2020 WDA Membership Statements Are On The Way!
Dentistry Today reported earlier this week that 11 independent antitrust class action lawsuits are pending against various Delta Dental insurance entities, including Delta Dental of Wisconsin. The lawsuits come in the wake of Delta’s 2018 decision to reduce reimbursements to providers in Wisconsin and other states across the country. You can read more on the… Continue Reading Federal Antitrust Lawsuits Pending Against Delta Dental: What’s Next?
A complaint to the dental examining board through the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) can be a huge stressor and headache to dentists and hygienists. Our law firm assists dental providers in responding to these complaints. While there are complaints against providers that are warranted, often they are baseless, or due to non-treatment… Continue Reading The Increasing Importance of Saving Your CEs
The first question everyone asks when looking at health plans is “How much is this going to cost?” While there is no denying that premium is an important consideration, the true cost of any health plan is more complicated than just the outlay for premiums. Once you add up the potential out-of-pocket costs associated with… Continue Reading Considerations When Purchasing Health Insurance