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ADA HPRC report studies Colorado auxiliary economics
The ADA Health Policy Resources Center released a new report titled, "An Economic Study of Expanded Duties of Dental Auxiliaries in Colorado."
The authors of this report assess the effects of delegation on dental output (measured by gross billings, dental visits and value-added) and efficiency of general dental practices in Colorado. They provide estimates of the effect of various levels of delegation on gross billings, visits, value-added, efficiency, and net income of general dental practices in Colorado.
Colorado was chosen as the site for the study because the range of procedures that can be delegated is among the most comprehensive in the United States. The state has permitted these forms of delegation for several years, so those practices that delegate have had time for that style of practice to be fully integrated into their operations.
This report (as well as an accompanying "Highlights" document) is available as a free download at www.ada.org/goto/economics. The report is also available in hardcopy (catalog #PROD-2009) by calling 1- 800-947-4746. The cost of the hardcopy is $50 for ADA members, $75 for nonmember dentists and $150 for commercial firms, plus shipping and handling.
