May 22, 2026
ADVOCACY

The Nevada Dental Association advocates on behalf of its association members with legislators, regulators, and other partners. Working closely with our association members, and under the guidance and oversight from NDA leadership and member-led councils, the NDA works on a host of oral health issues ranging from scope of practice to accessing care.
The NDA is committed to supporting efforts that ensure Nevada citizens have access to good oral health care. We know that this is a constant challenges and in order of us to be successful, we need your help. Contact the NDA office to learn more about the different ways member dentists can get involved in the legislative process.
Your involvement can be big or small; from writing a letter, to attending a meeting with a legislator; from making a phone call, or to testifying in a legislative committee. Dentists make the best advocates for oral health care issues, so get involved today!
The NDA provides access to all the latest news on legislative issues, tools, templates, and guides. See our Award winning NDA Journal Quarterly Publications and NDA Monthly Newsletters with content provided from our own dentist members in Nevada. Join our Facebook page to receive current information on new benefits! Stay compliant, informed and engaged.
Latest News
We have your back no matter what
The NDA appreciates its members' trust and support year over year. We place a high priority on our advocacy efforts. Read more on the legislative activity in Nevada.
FDA & ADA Stance on Amalgam
On Thursday, September 24, 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued updated guidance stating that dental amalgam may cause health problems for some high-risk groups, especially those with hypersensitivity to mercury. The update reinforced that amalgam is safe for most, but recommended some patients to avoid the material. More
Nevada Compliance
Nevada operates an OSHA-approved State Plan covering most private sector workers and all state and local government workers.
May 22, 2026
May 21, 2026
New ADA standards on dental cartridges, water quality available for review
Interested parties have until June 10 to comment on the proposed standards. Read More
May 21, 2026
May 21, 2026
Dear ADA: Out-of-network billing
Out-of-network dentists may receive EOBs that appear to impose fee limitations despite the absence of a contractual agreement. Read More
May 21, 2026
JAMA study projects pediatric Medicaid disenrollment would worsen oral health, raise health care costs
A new JAMA study projects that pediatric Medicaid coverage losses could lead to worsening oral health outcomes and higher health care costs. Read More
May 21, 2026
Explore world of forensic dentistry through ADA program
The hybrid forensic dentistry program will prepare dentists to apply their skills to help identify the unidentified and provide closure. Read More
May 21, 2026
Expand your practice with ADA CE on sports dentistry, Botox
From sports dentistry to Botox, upcoming ADA CE courses will cover a wide range of topics dentists can take back to their practices. Read More
May 21, 2026
JADA Foundational Science indexed in PubMed Central
Articles published in JADA Foundational Science will soon be included in one of the most widely used biomedical research platforms. Read More
May 20, 2026
CMS finalizes rule prohibiting adult dental benefits as an essential health benefit
CMS finalized Marketplace Exchange policies affecting dental coverage in the 2027 Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters Final Rule. Read More
May 20, 2026
CMS finalizes rule prohibiting adult dental benefits as an essential health benefit in Marketplace Exchanges
CMS finalized Marketplace Exchange policies affecting dental coverage in the 2027 Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters Final Rule. Read More
May 19, 2026
ADA Grassroots Alert urges dentists to support ERISA reform
The ADA sent a Grassroots Alert asking member dentists to urge Congress to support ERISA reform. Read More
May 12, 2026
May 12, 2026
Live ADA seminars to tackle dentists’ biggest insurance issues
The ADA News’ “Dear ADA” series is coming to dentists live through free, virtual seminars hosted by the American Dental Association. Read More
May 11, 2026
California attorney general reaches settlement with Aspen Dental over corporate practice claims
Aspen Dental allegedly exceeded its business management and administrative services role. Read More
May 11, 2026
ADA urges FDA to reconsider proposed pathway for flavored e-cigarette authorizations
The ADA is urging the FDA to revise portions of its proposed guidance on flavored electronic nicotine delivery systems. Read More
May 9, 2026
HHS Office for Civil Rights extends compliance deadline for digital accessibility final rule to May 2027
The regulation applies to dental practices that receive federal financial assistance. Read More
May 8, 2026
HHS Office for Civil Rights Extends deadline for compliance with final rule on digital accessibility to May 2027
The regulation applies to dental practices that receive federal financial assistance. Read More
May 7, 2026
ADA seeks input on proposed CMS rule on interoperability, prior authorization
The ADA will host a call May 21 to collect feedback from dental stakeholders to help inform its response to CMS about the rule. Read More
May 6, 2026
Comply by May 11 with final rule on digital accessibility
The regulation applies to dental practices that receive federal financial assistance. Read More
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