Dr. Wineman elected President of the Nevada Dental Association RENO, NEVADA. (JULY 21, 2023) -- Joseph A. Wineman, D.M.D., M.H.A., A.B.G.D., has been installed as the 2023-2024 president of the Nevada Dental Association (NDA). The NDA provides services that promote the highest standards of dental care for patients and professional excellence through education, leadership, and … [Read more...] about Dr. Wineman Elected President of the Nevada Dental Association
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Nevada Dental Association Reaches 100 Members Volunteering for Adopt-A-Vet Dental Program
The Nevada Dental Association is proud to announce it has reached over 100 member dentists volunteering for the Adopt-A-Vet Dental Program. The Adopt-A-Vet Dental Program recruits Nevada dentists and specialists in local communities to provide services to veterans in-need free-of-charge. Since 2010, Adopt-A-Vet Dental Program’s volunteer dentists have provided dental care to … [Read more...] about Nevada Dental Association Reaches 100 Members Volunteering for Adopt-A-Vet Dental Program
Nevada Dentists Seek to Increase Dental Care Benefits
A dental insurance reform bill has been filed by Senator Heidi Seevers Gansert (R-Reno) to raise the requirement that insurance companies must spend on patient care. If passed, at least 80 percent of the money dental insurance companies collect from patients must be spent on dental care or patients get the difference back. This change would match Nevada’s requirement of … [Read more...] about Nevada Dentists Seek to Increase Dental Care Benefits
Fifty-Two Nevada Dental Association Member Dentists Named to Best Doctors List
RENO, NEVADA. (SEPTEMBER 13, 2022) -- Castle Connolly announced its 2022 Top Doctors list, which represents the top 7 percent of doctors in the nation. These notable doctors are nominated by their peers and thoroughly validated to ensure that they demonstrate excellence and deliver the highest quality of patient care. The Nevada Dental Association (NDA) is proud to announce … [Read more...] about Fifty-Two Nevada Dental Association Member Dentists Named to Best Doctors List
Last WordDid 2021 Go the Way you Expected?
Dr. Ed De Andrade PresidentNevada Dental Association “Back in January, we were already seeing regular visits to the dentist approaching 80 percent of pre-pandemic levels, according to the American Dental Association. My expectation for 2021 was for those rates to further increase, and we’re meeting that goal through doing everything we can to make our patients safe when … [Read more...] about Last Word
Nevada Dental Association Welcomes Ed De Andrade as President
The statewide Nevada Dental Association is pleased to welcome Ed De Andrade, DDS, as its new president. He succeeds Mark Funke, DDS, who will continue as a member of NDA’s executive committee. “We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. De Andrade as our new president,” said Michele Reeder, executive director of the Nevada Dental Association. “We are excited to move forward and … [Read more...] about Nevada Dental Association Welcomes Ed De Andrade as President
Nevada Lawmakers Protect Patients by Advancing SB269
The Nevada Dental Association (NDA) announced this week that Nevada Senate Bill 269, which limits retroactive claim denials and protects patients and dental practices from surprise billing, is expected to be heard Monday, May 3, by the Assembly Commerce and Labor Committee after passing unanimously in the state Senate. Sponsored by Sen. Ben Kieckhefer, R-Reno, SB269 was … [Read more...] about Nevada Lawmakers Protect Patients by Advancing SB269
Cleaning up Claim Denials – SB269 to Be Heard April 2
The Nevada Dental Association (NDA) announced today that the SB269 hearing and testimonies are scheduled for Friday, April 2 at 8 a.m. The legislation sponsored by state Sen. Ben Kieckhefer, R-Reno, would limit the ability of insurance companies to deny claims for preauthorized dental care provided months or even years earlier. These so-called retroactive claim denials occur … [Read more...] about Cleaning up Claim Denials – SB269 to Be Heard April 2
Nevada Dental Association Backs Bill to Protect Patients, Limit Retroactive Claim Denials
The Nevada Dental Association announced today it is supporting SB269 – legislation sponsored by state Sen. Ben Kieckhefer that would limit the ability of insurance companies to deny claims for preauthorized dental care provided months or even years earlier. The bill was introduced this week and is scheduled to be heard by the Senate Commerce and Labor Committee. These … [Read more...] about Nevada Dental Association Backs Bill to Protect Patients, Limit Retroactive Claim Denials
Nevada Dentists and Immunize Nevada Team up to Back Bill Expanding Vaccination Efforts
CARSON CITY – Immunize Nevada, Nevada’s only statewide nonprofit coalition dedicated to immunizations, has joined the Nevada Dental Association (NDA) in supporting a bill introduced in the Nevada Legislature that would enable dentists throughout the state to administer vaccines. The bill proposed by state Assemblyman P.K. O’Neill, R-Carson City, would allow … [Read more...] about Nevada Dentists and Immunize Nevada Team up to Back Bill Expanding Vaccination Efforts
Nevada Dentists Reassure Public That It’s Safe to Visit the Dentist
The Nevada Dental Association is reminding Nevadans that it is indeed safe to visit their dentist. A year ago, dentists, dental hygienists and dental office staff were considered to be at increased risk for contracting COVID-19. But today, newly released data demonstrates the profession’s ability to safely provide patients with the essential care they need while mitigating … [Read more...] about Nevada Dentists Reassure Public That It’s Safe to Visit the Dentist
Nevada Dental Association Backs Bill That Would Allow Nevada Dentists to Administer Vaccines
The Nevada Dental Association announced this week that it is supporting legislation being proposed by state Assemblyman P.K. O’Neill, R-Carson City, that would enable local dentists to administer vaccines. NDA has previously submitted testimony to the Nevada State Board of Dental Examiners urging state officials to allow licensed dental practitioners to administer vaccines … [Read more...] about Nevada Dental Association Backs Bill That Would Allow Nevada Dentists to Administer Vaccines
Statewide Dental Organizations Host Webinar During Dental Hygiene Awareness Month
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, programs and services developed to provide dental care to at-risk populations were suddenly halted and dentists offices closed for non-emergency treatment. However, as services continue to reopen throughout the state, a growing divide has arisen for those who are unable to seek dental services or those uncomfortable visiting a dentist’s office due … [Read more...] about Statewide Dental Organizations Host Webinar During Dental Hygiene Awareness Month
Nevada Dental Association Moving Its Office to Carson City
The statewide Nevada Dental Association announced that it is moving its headquarters this month from Las Vegas to Carson City. The new office is located at 600 E. William St., Suite 202, Carson City, NV 89709, inside the Bank of America building, close to the Nevada Legislature. “The NDA is looking forward to this move to Carson City,” said Michele Reeder, executive director … [Read more...] about Nevada Dental Association Moving Its Office to Carson City
Nevada Dental Association Hires Michele Reeder as Executive Director
LAS VEGAS – The statewide Nevada Dental Association has hired experienced association executive Michele Reeder as its new executive director. She succeeds Dr. Robert Talley, DDS and CAE, who will continue as a member of NDA’s Council on Government Affairs. Reeder joins NDA after serving most recently as vice president of client success for SBI Association Management in … [Read more...] about Nevada Dental Association Hires Michele Reeder as Executive Director