Concerted, broad-based advocacy over the past several years has achieved results in advancing policies and initiatives to improve equity and access in oral health care for older adults and persons with disabilities. One recent example is Medicare’s … [Read more...] about Medicare & Oral Health Care – Webinar Recording
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CMS Final Rule Includes Important Oral Health Clarification
Last week the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule that announced finalized policy changes for Medicare payments under the Physician Fee Schedule (PFS), and other Medicare Part B issues. The rule included … [Read more...] about CMS Final Rule Includes Important Oral Health Clarification
Oral Health & Possible Dementia Risk
A recent piece in the Washington Post highlighted the importance of oral health to overall health, exploring the possible link between poor oral health and increased dementia risk. Stressing that more research is needed, the article said that … [Read more...] about Oral Health & Possible Dementia Risk
Issue Brief 81 | August 2023 – Medicare Oral Health Updates & Other Issues
I. MEDICALLY NECESSARY ORAL HEALTH COVERAGE IN MEDICARE The 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) proposed rule released recently includes a proposal to clarify reimbursement for dental services necessary to the clinical … [Read more...] about Issue Brief 81 | August 2023 – Medicare Oral Health Updates & Other Issues
Center Comments on Medically Necessary Oral Health Coverage
The following is an excerpt from our full comments on the 2022 Physician's Fee Schedule. II.L. Proposals and Request for Information on Medicare Parts A and B Payment for Dental Services I. … [Read more...] about Center Comments on Medically Necessary Oral Health Coverage
Additional New Medicare Coverage News – Hearing Aids and Oral Health
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA), just signed into law (as discussed in this CMA Alert will provide important new prescription drug savings for beneficiaries. In addition, the Administration has taken other steps to fill some other coverage … [Read more...] about Additional New Medicare Coverage News – Hearing Aids and Oral Health
Medically Necessary Oral Health Coverage Included in Medicare Proposed Rule
Last week the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2023 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) proposed rule, with publication in the Federal Register expected on July 29, 2022. It includes a proposal to broaden … [Read more...] about Medically Necessary Oral Health Coverage Included in Medicare Proposed Rule
Oral Health Advocacy Update
The Center for Medicare Advocacy continues our years-long efforts for medically necessary oral health care to be covered by Medicare, as authorized under current law. Along with a coalition of beneficiary advocates, disease organizations, industry … [Read more...] about Oral Health Advocacy Update
New Fact Sheet Addresses Dental/Oral Health in Management of Kidney Disease
In collaboration with Larry Coffee, DDS, the Center has issued a new fact sheet that offers important oral health tips for persons living with kidney disease. Dental Issues Related to Kidney Disease is the latest in a series of fact sheets explaining … [Read more...] about New Fact Sheet Addresses Dental/Oral Health in Management of Kidney Disease
Lack of Oral Health Coverage in Medicare Has Catastrophic Effects
A recent article in The New York Times by Mark Miller calls attention to the catastrophic effects the lack of oral health coverage in Medicare has on older adults and people with disabilities. The article carefully outlines the need for oral health … [Read more...] about Lack of Oral Health Coverage in Medicare Has Catastrophic Effects