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M C Feldman

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A review of dental HMO expenses: where do the dental premium dollars really go?

The savings and profits that managed care programs have realized in medical care have prodded managed care companies to look at dentistry for similar results. In this article, the authors evaluate the impact of various dental managed care plans by examining how they allocate premium dollars. Dentists and purchasers need this information to assure themselves that the plans allocate adequate dollars for the provision of care and that the premium dollars paid are used effectively and efficiently.

Efficiency, Organizational↗

What is the cost of compliance?

The Association was long aware that compliance with infection control procedures and regulations was having a significant effect on dental practices. For that reason, findings from the current survey were not surprising. There was, however, an incontestable need to collect precise data on the impact infection control requirements were having on dental practices. This was particularly crucial given the marked differences between OSHA's own compliance cost estimates and the experiences of dental insurance carriers and dental practices. This article provides a brief overview of a very thorough and comprehensive survey. A more complete description of the findings will be presented to the 1994 ADA House of Delegates through council reports. Results also will be disseminated to ADA agencies for use in appropriate Association programs and activities.

Blood-Borne Pathogens↗