Medicaid “Town Hall”

  • Wed, Aug 28, 2024 | 7:00 PM - Wed, Aug 28, 2024 | 8:30 PM

Wednesday, August 28 | 7 p.m. CT

The American Dental Association's (ADA) Council on Advocacy for Access and Prevention (CAAP) is presenting a 90-minute educational session to highlight Medicaid “Champions” who are capitalizing on the reforms made in their state programs which expand access to care while demonstrating to legislators that those reforms have made a difference.

Attendees will be able to:

  • Initiate discussion and energize members about the success of being a Medicaid provider.
  • Understand what the ADA is doing to support increase provider participation.
  • Provide practical steps that members can take to improve utilization and access to care.

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