Abstract
Dr. Todd Christy, MDA Immediate Past President, acknowledges that inadequate insurance reimbursement rates are a major concern for dental practices. He explains that federal antitrust laws restrict the MDA from directly intervening to "fix" these rates. However, the article emphasizes that the MDA provides significant value and advocacy in many other areas crucial to dentists. Key achievements include eliminating the tax on dental prosthetics, legislating network leasing protections, expanding kindergarten oral health assessments, and regulating mobile dentistry. The MDA also offered vital support during the COVID-19 pandemic, advocated for increased Medicaid facility fees for anesthesia procedures, and assists members with insurance claim disputes. Furthermore, the MDA actively works to prevent unfavorable legislation. Dr. Christy urges dentists to recognize the broader impact of the MDA's advocacy and the importance of continued membership for the future of the profession in Michigan.
Recommended Citation
Christy, Todd D.D.S.
(2025)
"The MDA's Impact: Going Beyond Insurance Reimbursements,"
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association: Vol. 107:
No.
6, Article 8.
Available at:
https://commons.ada.org/journalmichigandentalassociation/vol107/iss6/8
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