Regulatory Compliance

 Keep ahead of the compliance process with our customizable Regulatory Compliance Manual. Plus, learn about CURES and opioid pain management, review upcoming regulation deadlines and check your practice’s compliance.

Regulatory Compliance

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Q&A on state and federal DEA requirements for prescribing, dispensing and administering controlled substances and non-controlled substances. Includes prescription form requirements.

A summary of state required employee training that employers are required to provide  and related requirements. Does not include training required for licensure or license renewal.

This sample addendum to the injury and illness prevention plan has been updated for consistency with the Cal/OSHA nonemergency COVID-19 prevention regulation effective in 2023

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Stay informed about the upcoming dates and deadlines.

Regulatory Compliance Manual

This manual provides sample written plans and forms to assist a dental practice in Cal/OSHA compliance. It also has information on waste management.

CURES and Opioid Pain Management

CDA continues to promote best practices and compliance with state and federal laws regarding opioid pain management.

Resource Library

Access an online library of downloadable articles, guides, templates, checklists and forms.

Regulatory Compliance News

A person's hand appears to be guiding another person's finger on a digital fingerprint scanner such as a live scan fingerprint scanner.
Before renewing license, some California dentists must submit fingerprint to dental board

California-licensed dentists who do not have a fingerprint on record in the dental board’s section of the Department of Consumer...

February 21, 2024    Regulatory Compliance
Woman and adolescent boy sit in a waiting room while woman fills out paperwork. Defining HIPAA and Why it Matters in Your Practice In top left corner: CDA Endorsed Services logo In botton right corner: Abyde logo
Abyde’s HIPAA eBook defines HIPAA and why it matters in the dental practice

Navigating the complexities of HIPAA compliance can be overwhelming, especially when you have numerous pressing concerns in your daily practice....

February 20, 2024    Privacy/HIPAA
SmileDirectClub abruptly closing global operations, abandoning customers mid-treatment

In the aftermath of SmileDirectClub’s abrupt closure in early December, dentists may experience an uptick in patients needing orthodontic treatment. CDA has created FAQ to help members manage anticipated questions and concerns from past SmileDirectClub customers. 

December 14, 2023    Patient Care