Keep your records in shape: Do’s and don’ts for recordkeeping
Jun 28, 2023
| Delta Dental
High-quality records are a key component of successful quality assessments. Learn how to improve your records with these guidelines.
QA tips: Get your patients’ medical history
Jan 06, 2023
| Delta Dental
Getting patients’ complete medical history not only protects you as a provider but also ensures that they will get the best possible dental treatment.
How to dispose of dental amalgam safely
Oct 03, 2022
| Delta Dental
Dental amalgam is safe for teeth but can be toxic if not handled correctly. Disposing of it safely is important for patient safety and the environment.
Infection control best practices
Sep 12, 2022
| Delta Dental
Infection control prevents or stops the spread of infections in dental settings and is vital for the safety of your patients and dental team.
5 common billing practices that may be fraud
Aug 08, 2022
| Delta Dental
Stay on the lookout for these billing practices that may be fraudulent.
On-site quality assessment review checklist for 2022
Apr 27, 2022
| Delta Dental
Getting acquainted with the aspects of a QA review is a great opportunity to improve your practice’s policies and procedures.
Ensuring your x-rays are safe and effective
Mar 31, 2022
| Delta Dental
As part of our Quality Assessment review, your radiology practices and equipment will be evaluated. Here are some guidelines.
Spore test your sterilizers for quality assessment
Jan 10, 2022
| Delta Dental
Properly functioning sterilizers are central to any dental practice. For quality assessment, ensure yours are working with a weekly spore test.
On-site Quality Assessment review checklist
May 21, 2018
| Delta Dental
California dentists - be ready for a future QA review: See your practice from the QA examiner’s perspective! Use this list to compare aspects of a QA review with your practice’s policies and procedures, and be even better prepared for a future on-site QA review.