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he MDA House of Delegates met virtually on November 6, 2020. The following are summaries of resolutions from the 2020 MDA House of Delegates. For complete
One of the other significant things announced at the ADA Meeting was the launch of SmileCon, set for October 10–13, 2021 in Las Vegas. The meeting website says, “with electric events, dynamic speakers, hot-off-the-press content, non-stop inspiration, and a community that’s Ahhh-mazing, the ADA is proud to present a re-imagined annual meeting that is sure to make you smile.” Also included is Dental Central, noted as “more than an exhibit hall” and rather, “a hub of learning, experiencing and exchanging knowledge with exhibitors and your SmileCon pals. Look for our
Smile Stages around Dental Central for more CE opportunities, demonstrations of the latest tech, and shared-learning encounters.”
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recommendations will be prepared for the 2021 House.
Resolution 100 dealt with exploring accredita- tion processes and standards for an advanced education program in Special Care Dentistry. The ADA’s Council on Dental Education and Licensure will report back to the 2021 House with a feasibility study and recommendations related to pre-doctoral training, CE programs and advanced educational opportunities for future consideration by CODA.
Resolution 41 adopted a policy addressing a dentist’s role in preventing tobacco use, cessa- tion counseling, nicotine replacement thera- pies, and outlining the need for strict federal regulations on tobacco products, vaping devices and other nicotine delivery systems.
Oral Health Care for The Elderly claimed most of the debate from the 2021 ADA House of Delegates. An oral healthcare workgroup was formed and worked over several years to address ADA policy on dental care for the Medicare population. Many felt the ADA should isolate themselves from making any policy statements or giving any guidance re- lated to this topic as dental care has not been a part of Medicare for decades. Others felt there is a definite need to address a policy of the ADA to guide its lobbyists in addressing dental care for the elderly at the nation’s cap- ital. Following lengthy debate, a policy was adopted that the ADA recognizes oral health care for adults age 65 and older depends on acceptable and sustainable financing of that care, and outlined acceptable principles for potential legislation for dental benefits for
resolution language, visit
modental.org/house. Additionally, the MDA has online a House Resolutions Status page listing each of the previous three year’s adopted resolutions with a corresponding note on the status of each, which is updated every six months. Find it at
modental.org/housestatus.
The first three resolutions of each MDA House of Delegates (2020H-1, 2020H-2 and 2020-3) passed administrative items, including approving the agendas for the House; approving any revisions to the House manual; and, approving the previous House years’ minutes.
Resolution 2020H-4: Elected delegates and alternates to the 2020 ADA House of Delegates. Delegates: Drs. Robert Butler (SL), David Dear (C), Amanda Fitzpatrick (NE), Prabu Raman (KC), Danielle Riordan (SL), Joseph Sokolowski (SL) and Connie White (KC). Alternates: Drs. Louise First (SL), Robyn Hayes (SL), Michael Patterson (SW), Theodore Rechtin (SL), Robert Tait (KC), Wendy Weimer (KC) and Douglas Wyckoff (NW).
Resolution 2020H-5: Elected Action Team Leaders for the 2020 ADA Dentist and Student Lobby Day. Congress: Drs. Theodore Rechtin (SL), Robert Butler (SL), Merle Nunemaker (KC), Kyle Lisenby (C), Robert Tait (KC), Lynne Barbour (NE), Thomas Stone (SP) and Kirthi Tata (SL). Senate: Drs. Emily Mattingly (NW) and Elwood Rice (C). New Dentist Action Team Leader: Dr. Lisa Bosch (NE).
Resolution 2020H-6: Set MDA 2021 dues at $472 for Active Members (no dues increase).
Resolution 2020H-7, Dues Statements to Non-Members: The MDA shall annually send dues statements to all active licensed non-members, with an appropriate cover letter detailing the benefits of membership and current legislative efforts. This resolution passed.
Resolution 2020-8, PPE Contracted Supplier for Dentist Members: The MDA Board of Trustees shall explore ways to form relationships with a company or companies that produce(s) Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), preferably situated within Missouri, to supply PPE to MDA members on a priority basis, and at a negotiated discounted rate. This resolution failed. After considering testimony on the resolution the Reference Committee, in its report, stated it felt this resolution was unnecessary due to the ongoing efforts of the MDA Board. The MDA will continue to develop relationships and identify all means to procure PPE for its members and will keep members apprised of efforts.
adults age 65 and older in Medicare or other federal or state programs, stating the ADA shall support a program that:
• Covers individuals under 300 percent FPL;
• Covers the range of services necessary to achieve and maintain oral health;
• Is primarily funded by the federal gov- ernment and not fully dependent upon state budgets;
• Is adequately funded to support an annually reviewed reimbursement rate such that at least 50 percent of dentists within each geographic area receive
their full fee to support access to care;
• Includes minimal and reasonable ad- ministrative requirements; and,
• Allows freedom of choice for patients to seek care from any dentist while continuing to receive the full program benefit.
You can see the full list of unofficial report of actions of the 2020 ADA House meeting, which includes full policy statements on various resolutions, at
ada.org/en/member- center/leadership-governance/house-of- delegates.
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