Teledentistry in Texas: Opportunities to Increase Access to Care
Presenters: Scott Howell, DMD, MPH
Friday, February 10, 2023
12:00 – 1:00 PM CT
Course Description
Teledentistry can be categorized in primarily two ways. One way is based on the use of technology. The American Dental Association (ADA) has adopted health industry standard definitions based on the technology (asynchronous, synchronous, remote patient monitoring, and mobile health)… The second way to categorize teledentistry is by the situation in which it is used. This can include patient-to provider transfer of images, provider-to-provider consultation, pre- and post-visit interactions, limited community interventions, and full-service community systems where the objective is to keep people healthy in the community site and use a dental office only for procedures that cannot be completed in the community. (ASTDD, “Best Practice Approach Teledentistry: Opportunities for Expanding the Capacity and Reach of the Oral Healthcare System”)
According to the Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors (ASTDD), “Teledentistry has the potential to be part of a paradigm shift in healthcare delivery that can play a key role in mitigating barriers and improving health for populations with traditionally poor access to dental care and oral health services. “
During this session, attendees will have the opportunity to learn how Texas dental providers can incorporate teledentistry into their care models that work best in their practice and their patients. They will also learn how dental students are being trained to use teledentistry to its maximum potential.
Learning Objectives
- Describe how teledentistry can be utilized in Texas based on current state rules and regulations
- Identify models of care and/or application of teledentistry under the current state rules and regulations
- List topics regarding dental education and preparing future providers to use teledentistry
Scott Howell, DMD, MPH
Dr. Scott Howell is an associate professor and Director of Public Health Dentistry & Teledentistry at A.T. Still University, Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ATSU-ASDOH), clinical advisor for MouthWatch, and a Senior Atlantic Fellow for Health Equity. Prior to dental school, Dr. Howell worked in portable dentistry as a dental assistant in Michigan going to long term care facilities, detention centers, and inner-city schools. He graduated from the ATSU-ASDOH DMD/MPH program in 2014. He spent one year at the Swedish Medical Center GPR in Seattle treating patients with complex medical conditions and special needs. After residency, he returned to ATSU-ASDOH to develop a teledentistry program. Interested in learning more about the broader aspects of oral health, he completed a dental public health residency at UT Health San Antonio in 2019. He became board certified in dental public health in 2020. He has spoken at state, national, and international levels on teledentistry, written extensively on the subject, and has advocated for changes in teledentistry policy and laws in his home state of Arizona.
Credit hours: 1.0 CEU
Teaching Method: Live webinar lecture
Cost:
Edification is complimentary to all attendees and continuing dental education is free to TxOHC members. All other attendees will be charged $10.00 to receive continuing dental education for this course.
Presenter Contact Information:
Dr. Scott Howell: showell@atsu.edu
AGD Subject Code: 130
Selection of Teledentistry Platforms and Utilization in Alternative Care Settings
Presenters: Dr. McAllister Castelaz, DMD, FAGD
Friday, October 14, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 PM CDT
Find Dr. Castelaz’s self-instructional presentation here.
Course Description
In this course, we will examine available teledentistry platforms and discuss considerations in the selection of platforms for your clinical practice. Often the setting the dentist and care team is seeking to utilize teledentistry will influence platform selection. We will review the utilization of teledentistry in alternative care settings such as nursing homes, schools, hospitals, or public health clinics among others.
Learning Objectives
- Identify available teledentistry platforms
- Review standards for care when providing care via teledentistry
- Discuss the utilization of teledentistry in alternative care settings
McAllister Castelaz, DMD, FAGD
McAllister Castelaz, DMD, FAGD is a dental public health resident with experience providing care in federally qualified health centers. Previously she worked as a lead dentist at a community health center in Wisconsin and dental director of a community health center in Virginia. She has developed resources for the safety net dental community to implement teledentistry. She is an active advocate for alternative care models, including teledentistry and mobile dentistry. Dr. Castelaz currently serves as the president of the American Mobile and Teledentistry Alliance.
McAllister Castelaz, DMD, FAGD is a dental public health resident with experience providing care in federally qualified health centers. Previously she worked as a lead dentist at a community health center in Wisconsin and dental director of a community health center in Virginia. She has developed resources for the safety net dental community to implement teledentistry. She is an active advocate for alternative care models, including teledentistry and mobile dentistry. Dr. Castelaz currently serves as the president of the American Mobile and Teledentistry Alliance.Credit hours: 1.0 CEU
Teaching Method: Live webinar lecture
Cost:
Edification is complimentary to all attendees and continuing dental education is free to TxOHC members. All other attendees will be charged $10.00 to receive continuing dental education for this course.
Presenter Contact Information:
McAllister Castelaz, DMD, FAGD
mcallister . castelaz@gmail.com
AGD Subject Code: 130
Teledentistry Platform List (Google Sheet)
Taking the Mystery Out of Billing for Virtual Visits
Presenters:
Jamie Collins, RDH-EA, BS
Friday, September 9, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 PM CDT
Course Description
What CDT Code do I use? Dental Coding is a mystery for many hygienists, new and seasoned. Hygienists provide dental care and procedures based upon our patients needs, but are you properly coding for what you do? The ADA defines CDT codes are intended to “achieve uniformity, consistency and specificity inaccurately documenting dental treatment” You will learn the common coding mistakes and how to identify and research the necessary codes. Protect your ethics and your license by correctly billing for care, not for what insurance will cover. Attendees will leave more confident in their coding ability and understanding.
Learning Objectives
- Identify how to discuss coding and procedures with patients and other staff members
- Discuss common coding questions and mistakes
- Discuss how proper documentation will achieve metrics and can affect overall patient care.
Jamie Collins, RDH-EA,BS is a hygienist licensed in Idaho and Washington states and dedicated to advancing the dental profession. With over twenty years in the dental field, it has led her to be involved in many aspects of patient care, especially those with higher risk factors. Jamie enjoys sharing the tips and tricks of the dental profession through speaking and writing for various publications, with over 80 articles published she educates dental professionals worldwide. She has been awarded the ADHA Trailblazer Award in 2021 and is the first recipient of the ADHA Standout Seven Corporate Hygienist award in 2022. Jamie has also contributed to multiple textbooks, curriculum development, and contributes as a key opinion leader for various companies. Her experience has led to her being named the Professional Education Manager at MouthWatch.
Credit hours: 1.0 CEU
Teaching Method: Live webinar lecture
Cost:
Edification is complimentary to all attendees and continuing dental education is free to TxOHC members. All other attendees will be charged $10.00 to receive continuing dental education for this course.
Presenter Contact Information:
Jamie Collins, RDH-EA, BS
jamie@mouthwatch.com
Image Authenticity
AGD Subject Code: 130
Texas Oral Health Coalition
Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.
Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.
7/1/2021 to 6/30/2024.
Provider ID# 346144
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