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Jun 13 2023
In an American Dental Association Health Policy Institute survey conducted last year, inflation/overhead/rising costs was ranked as the second biggest challenge dental practice are facing. Between supply chain issues and skyrocketing inflation, dental practices across the U.S. are seeing increases in their supply costs. The Nominal Retail ... [continue reading]
May 11 2023
OhioDDS is a Group Purchasing Organization built to save members money. Created and operated by the ODA Services Corp., this free member-only program allows ODA members exclusive access to discounted pricing on dental supplies, equipment and services as a benefit of membership. More than 850 ODA members have signed up for OhioDDS, and members ... [continue reading]
May 11 2023
Dentists who are new graduates, former ASDA members and current ODA members may be eligible to have their first year of malpractice insurance coverage prepaid by the ODA. Through this program, the ODA provides new graduates with their first year of malpractice coverage through MedPro at no cost to them (subject to underwriting guidelines).  ... [continue reading]
May 11 2023
Workers’ compensation premiums are a significant overhead expense for employers.  Navigating the claim process can also be complicated and frustrating for both the employer and an injured employee.  But both are controllable, and your Managed Care Organization (MCO) is a key partner in achieving success with your workers’ compensation ... [continue reading]
Apr 6 2023
Ninety percent of patients currently search online to find their new dentist – either to find a new practice or to confirm a referral. Patients aren’t just searching for a “dentist near me” and choosing the first option – they’re closely combing through the Internet before they decide to book an appointment. Before calling you, a ... [continue reading]
Apr 6 2023
Dentists who are new graduates, former ASDA members and current ODA members may be eligible to have their first year of malpractice insurance coverage prepaid by the ODA. Through this program, the ODA provides new graduates with their first year of malpractice coverage through MedPro at no cost to them (subject to underwriting guidelines).  ... [continue reading]
Mar 7 2023
The ODA Services Corp. is excited to announce that Safco Dental is now the new distribution partner for the OhioDDS group purchasing organization. “Several dental supply companies wanted to partner with us for our group purchasing program,” said Dr. Sharon Parsons, chair of the ODA Services Corp. “We interviewed a few and chose the ... [continue reading]
Jan 12 2023
The last time I wrote to you I was president of the ODA during the start of COVID. Thankfully that is in our rearview mirror. I am currently the chair of the Ohio Dental Association Services Corporation, better known as ODASC. Earlier in my career, I was busy treating patients and raising children. I didn’t really take the time to find out what ... [continue reading]
Nov 11 2022
The Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) has begun installment billings for Private Employers for the July 1, 2022 rate year. Your premium payments for the rate year are based on the installment schedule that you selected. In July of 2023, you will receive your annual Payroll True Up Report from the BWC, where you will report your actual ... [continue reading]
Oct 17 2022
It’s safe to say that the past few years have presented new difficulties, obstacles and changes to all of our lives. We want you to know that in these unpredictable times, it has confirmed the importance the ODA placed on developing a private, member-owned health care option several years ago. The ODA Wellness Trust Board is dedicated to ... [continue reading]
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