Crystal Spring

Apr 22, 2024 | rdhmag.com | Kathy Forbes |Connie Simmons |Crystal Spring |RDHConnie Simmons

Question: Why does our office insurance coordinator change the code D1110 (adult prophy) to D1120 (child prophy) when the patient has all permanent teeth? Per the ADA procedure codes, I was taught that the correct code to use is based on the dentition type (primary, transitional, or permanent). What do I do?

Apr 16, 2024 | rdhmag.com | Crystal Spring |Katrina Holt |Michele White |Brittny Murphy

Caring for people with disabilities is deeply personal for me. My younger brother, Carter, has developmental disabilities. Our family's journey has been shaped by Carter's resilience and our support for him. This has profoundly influenced my dedication to creating inclusive environments where everyone, regardless of ability, can feel valued and respected.

Apr 16, 2024 | rdhmag.com | JoAnn R. Gurenlian |Joann Gurenlian |Crystal Spring |Michele White |Richael Cobler

As the executive director of the nationally recognized dental and dental hygiene testing agency Central Regional Dental Testing Service (CRDTS), I turn to various resources for information regarding the dental and dental hygiene profession and specifically clinical licensure examinations. As a well-respected and reputable publication, RDH magazine is one that is closely followed by CRDTS and the many dental hygiene professionals I have the pleasure of working with.