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The Compliance Divas Podcast

Leslie Canham, Mary Govoni, Linda Harvey and Olivia Wann

Our podcast covers current topics such as infection prevention and control, OSHA and HIPAA compliance for dentistry. We discuss the latest regulatory information, answer frequently asked questions and give suggestions for dental practices to make compliance easy and sustainable.The Compliance Divas are a trusted source for consistent, accurate information based upon current guidelines, standards, science, and recommendations.

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#172 WHO Declares a Global Health Emergency. What...

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2024/08/21

On August 14th, the WHO declared a global health emergency due to the rising cases of Mpox. While this does not mean we heading into another pandemic, it's important to stay up to date. In this episode, the Divas discuss what constitutes a global health emergency, what exactly is Mpox, and how could it impact your practice. CDC Mpox Response: https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/mpox/response/2022/mpx-trends.htmlCDC About Mpox: https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/mpox/about/index.htmlCDC Clinicians and...

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#171 Hearing Loss - An Occupational Hazard in Dentistry

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2024/08/12

Did you know that the noises encountered in a dental practice can make dental team members susceptible to the development of permanent hearing loss? Learn which devices and equipment produce the highest levels of sound, and what does OSHA say about exposure to high levels of sound in the workplace. The Divas also discuss methods of protecting against hearing loss.ResourcesCDC/NIOSH - About Occupational Hearing Loss https://bit.ly/3SMCrMeCDC/NIOSH - Noise and Hearing Loss &nb...

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#170 Dental Unit Water Testing Made Easy

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2024/08/02

Testing the dental unit water lines is a critical task in infection prevention and control. But how do you test? How often do you test? And, how do you find the time to test the waterlines? The Divas explore the new Fast Check 15 dental unit waterline test and explain the step-by-step protocol to make this task simple to perform. The Divas are joined by Brian Mergentime, of Solmetex, dentistry's complete provider of water solutions.Resources:Journal of the American D...

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#169 Say What? Tips for Accommodating Patients Who...

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2024/07/18

You likely have Patients who are deaf or hard of hearing in your practice. Mis-understanding recommended dental care can lead to poor outcomes. The Divas discuss patient’s rights, the dentist’s obligations, and effective communicate skills. The podcast will address hearing issues that can develop for dental team members exposed to noises in the dental office.Resources:Univ. of Washington Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology - How Are the Terms Deaf, Deafene...

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20:02

#168 Is Your Practice Compliant with the New Section...

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2024/07/10

Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is intended to advance health care equity and reduce disparities in health care that may occur through discriminatory practices, or the inability of health care providers to communicate effectively with patients with Limited English Proficiency (LEP). In this episode the Divas discuss what dental practices must do to come into compliance with the changes in this rule.Resources:Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Strengthening Nondiscri...

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#167 Sterilization Monitoring Failures - Tips for...

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2024/07/02

Sterilization monitoring, known as spore testing, is a key element in quality assurance for instrument sterilization. Join the Divas for a lively discussion about protocols to follow if a spore test fails, comparison of in-office vs. mail testing, developing a mediation plan and much more.Resources:CDC Best Practices for Sterilization Monitoring in Dental Settings https://bit.ly/3L6HzXh CDC Breach response process document: https://bit.ly/3znzLxTCDC Patient Notification Toolk...

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#166 The Latest News About the Change Healthcare...

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2024/06/26

Earlier this year, Change Healthcare, a division of United Health Group, experienced a security breach that affected many dental practices in the U.S. The Protected Health Information of numerous patients was exposed in the breach. Join the Divas as we discuss how the investigation is progressing, and what dental practices need to know about patient notifications required by the HIPAA Breach Notification Rule.Resources:Change Healthcare Consumer Support Page https://bit.ly/3X...

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#165 - CE for Compliance - Live or Online?

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2024/06/19

Since the COVID pandemic, online education is every popular. Flexibility and affordability is highly desirable. In-person education remains a valuable component to training. Explore the options and benefits of online and in-person training and CE with the Compliance Divas. Resources:American Dental Association (ADA) - List of State Dental Boards https://bit.ly/4dBAXxqDental Assisting National Board - https://bit.ly/3Xuj4uwADA New Dentist Blog - Online or In-Person: ...

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#164 OSAP/ADS 2024 Annual Conference Review

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2024/06/13

For 40 years the Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) has been the global leader for the Safest Dental Visit. In this episode, the Divas share updates from the recent conference. And be sure to listen in for OSAP's big rebranding announcement!Association for Dental Safety: https://www.osap.org/Rebranding video: https://bit.ly/3yTYPfx https://www.thecompliancedivas.com

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#163 Accommodating Patients with Autism

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2024/06/05

By making small changes, you can make a big difference for patients with special needs and their families. Every community has patients with autism, and everyone with autism needs a dentist. In this episode, the Divas share ideas and resources when caring for patients with Autism.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023, April 4). Data & Statistics on Autism Spectrum Disorder. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/autism/data-research/?CDC_AAref_Val=http...

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#162 What exactly is a Chemical Inventory List?

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2024/05/22

Chemical Inventory Lists are one of the most misunderstood requirements of OSHA's Hazard Communication List. Is your Chemical Inventory List compliant? Listen in as the Divas explain in more detail. Guidance for Hazard Determination: https://www.osha.gov/hazcom/ghd053107#documentation Haz Com Compliance Directives: https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/enforcement/directives/CPL_02-02-079.pdf Steps to an Effective Haz Com Program: https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/fil...

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#161 Cell Phones & HIPAA Violations in Dentistry

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2024/05/15

Is using your personal cell phone for work-related tasks possibly a HIPAA violation? This week the Divas discuss the pros and cons of using a personal device for work and what you should do to be compliant. HealthIt: Managing Mobile Devices in Your Healthcare Organization: https://www.healthit.gov/sites/default/files/fact-sheet-managing-mobile-devices-in-your-health-care-organization.pdf HHS Mobile Device Checklist: https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/hph-mobile-device-sec...

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#160 Violent Incidents in the Dental Workplace - Are...

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2024/05/08

Someone Enters your practice who is hostile, angry, making threats and/or brandishing a weapon. What would you do? How can you prepare as a team for a potential situation like this? The Divas discuss recent incidents of workplace violence in dentistry and what every team needs to know to be prepared. It could save your life!OSHA General Duty Clause Letter of Interpretation https://bit.ly/3pwooicOSHA General Duty Clause Employer and Employee Responsibilities...

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26:53

#159 A Game Changing Announcement for Your Practice

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2024/05/01

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#158 Dental Lab Makeover

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2024/04/24

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#157 Dealing with Pregnant Workers in a Dental Office

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2024/04/17

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#156 Measles, Meningitis, TB, and Avian Flu - CDC...

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2024/04/10

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#155 Nitrous Oxide & Patient Safety - It's No...

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2024/04/01

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#154 Dental Assistant's Celebration Continues

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2024/03/28

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#153 Beware of Measles Outbreaks - What Dental Teams...

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2024/03/26

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