The Compliance Divas Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Are you confused in making the determination of whether an individual is an independent contractor or an employee.  For example,  often a hygienist is misclassified as an independent contractor. The US Department of Labor announced its new final rule providing clarification on classification.  Tune into this episode to see if this rule changes the interpretation. Department of Lab...

Send us Fan Mail On January 9, 2024, CAL-OSHA updated the non-emergency COVID-19 standard. Tune in to find out what employers and dental teams need to know about the changes, and what dental teams must do if they have COVID-19 symptoms or test positive for COVID-19. Resources: CAL-OSHA Fact Sheet: Update:  COVID-19 Prevention - Non-Emergency Regulation What Employers Need to Know    https://www.di...

Send us Fan Mail The Corporate Transparency Act, which took effect on Jan. 1, 2024 is meant to fight financial crimes, such as tax fraud and money laundering through shell corporations.  The Act requires businesses and beneficial owners of these businesses to file a report with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) by the end of 2024.   The Divas will discuss how to file the report and...

Send us Fan Mail The Office of Inspector General (OIG) recently issued an updated General Compliance Program Guidance.  This is an important area of compliance that all dental offices need to be aware of.  It includes fraud, waste and abuse as well as HIPAA. Tune into this episode to ensure your practice is up-to-date.  OIG General Compliance Program Guidance: https://oig.hhs.gov/documents/complia...

Send us Fan Mail Join the Compliance Divas for a conversation with Dayna Johnson, Dentrix trainer extraordinaire and founder of Novonee.   Dayna shares her expertise with practice management software utilization related to HIPAA and OSHA compliance and data integration. Dayna Johnson's website: https://novonee.com/                                                   https://www.thecompliancediv...

Send us Fan Mail In recent months, there's been a keen interest in dental unit water lines and the quality of water used in patient care.  Another concerning area risk to patients in every dental practice is the back flow that occurs in the evacuation lines. In this episode, the Divas discuss the significance of this risk and offer practical tips and product solutions from our Sustaining Spon...

Send us Fan Mail As we approach the end of the year and embark on the New Year, it's time to ensure we have accomplished key areas of compliance related to OSHA and HIPAA. In this episode, the Divas discuss the top 20 OSHA/HIPAA reminders to help you stay current in your dental practice.  Resources: CDC Infection Prevention Checklist    https://www.cdc.gov/oralhealth/infectioncontrol/pdf/safe...

Send us Fan Mail The Compliance Divas are committed to highlight only products and services that meet regulatory compliance and CDC Guidelines for Best Practices in Infection Control and Safety.  As we come to the end of the year,  The Divas want to thank our 2023 Sponsoring Partners by bringing  you a recap the products and services they offer to help Dental Practices provide safe dental care.   ...

Send us Fan Mail On Dec. 14, 2023, the CDC issued an alert about respiratory viruses that are rapidly increasing across the U.S., and that immunization for respiratory infections are very low for the 2023-2024 winter season.  Find out what dental teams can do to help stop the spread and protect themselves and patients during dental procedures. Resources: CDC Health Alert Network (HAN) homepage htt...

Send us Fan Mail Christmas time is fast approaching. This episode answers questions on whether or not to serve alcohol at your Christmas office party, how to compensate employees for the holidays and days the office is closed, and a discussion on how to create a Christmas or end-of-the year bonus.  Olivia Wann, Esq. blog:    https://bit.ly/3RoA4O6 DOL and Overtime-Salary Compensation: https://bit....

Send us Fan Mail Whether you are looking for an easier way to enjoy hot coffee and not stain your teeth or helping patients with swallowing issue, Sipify is the creative invention that solves those dilemmas. Tune into this episode to meet Alice Stone the creator of Sipify and learn how it can benefit special needs patients as well as saving your smile from stain.  Sipify website: https://sipify.me...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever thought about the non-patient care items you may touch during a procedure or even the possibility of contaminating yourself when removing contaminated PPE? You may unknowingly be spreading contamination throughout the office. Check out this episode for key reminders, tip, and resources for the entire team. Resources: CDC Guideline for Hand Hygiene in Health-Care Sett...

Send us Fan Mail Thanksgiving is around the corner!  In this episode, the Divas express their gratitude with special tips for our listeners along with  a Thanksgiving trivia question.  The trivia question is posed at the end of the podcast with directions to enter for a Divas surprise gift. Happy Thanksgiving! CDC Gratitude Works  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1774326/13999048                        ...

Send us Fan Mail This timely episode will familiarize you with cyber security in healthcare and how you can minimize your risk against online threats. It's hard to recover financially from a cyber attack.  The Divas interview cyber expert, Alex Berta. Tune in to learn how you can help protect your practice!  Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)- Cybersecurity Best Practic...

Send us Fan Mail Compliance takes many forms. In this episode, the Divas discuss compliance with the requirement to complete an I-9 form on all new hires. Recently, this federal form was updated, so tune in to learn what you should be doing in your practice.  U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services I-9 Update Information: https://bit.ly/46JNXNs New I-9 form download: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9 U....

Send us Fan Mail The CDC states that multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) are continuing to develop and spread in healthcare settings throughout the U.S.   This can have a direct implication for your practice when it comes to the products you use to clean and disinfect patient appliances.   Tune into this episode to see how the Armis Biopharma company is creating the next generation of disinfecta...

Send us Fan Mail Often when new offices are designed or older offices are remodeled, much of the emphasis is placed on the aesthetics of the building. This episode gleans the perspective of designing a compliant office from our Compliance Divas.  Sterilization Area  https://bit.ly/3rWdoMR Sterile Supplies https://bit.ly/3QvHDU3 Storage of Medical Supplies  https://bit.ly/3s6QJxb Reception Area Pri...

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Send us Fan Mail Whistleblowing occurs in many different industries across the globe and most definitely occurs dentistry as well. It's something not to be taken lightly. In this episode, the Divas discuss what it is and what can trigger whistleblowing. And most importantly, identify steps to prevent whistleblowing in your office or organization.  Dental Whistleblower Case: https://bit.ly/3PU...

Send us Fan Mail Whether you are the office manager or the infection control coordinator, it is challenging to keep up with regulatory information and maintain the documentation required to be in compliance with OSHA regulations and CDC guidelines.  Creating systems is a key to greater efficiency and consistence in dental practices.  This episode will explore the options for creating greater effic...

Send us Fan Mail Dental practices and team members must always be vigilant about the potential for transmission of respiratory and other infectious diseases while caring for patients. This episode will update listeners on the September updates from the CDC on COVID-19, RSV and Influenza.  Stay in the know with The Compliance Divas! CDC Respiratory Virus Updates   https://bit.ly/3tg4ud9 FDA COVID-1...

Send us Fan Mail Join the Divas as they discuss Dental Infection Control Awareness Month (DICAM) with Michelle Lee, Executive Director of the Organization for Safety Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP).  Learn more about DICAM and the amazing resources of OSAP. And take advantage of a 50% off for you first year's membership with the code: OSAPgo50.                                                   ...

Send us Fan Mail When dental professionals need practical information on dental infection control and safety, they turn to OSAP.  Members can download checklists, tool kits and access FAQs. In this episode, the Divas interview Nancy Dewhirst, RDH the editor of OSAP's publication titled ICIP to learn why this is a MUST HAVE/MUST READ newsletter.  Resources: Organization for Safety Asepsis and...

Send us Fan Mail In the episode, the Divas welcome special guests from the Dental Assisting National Board to celebrate their 75th year along with DICAM. Learn about all the exciting courses and events with DANB and the DALE Foundation. This is one episode everyone in your office will want to hear! DANB: https://www.danb.org DALE Foundation: https://www.dalefoundation.org/                        ...

Send us Fan Mail What is the one item you aren't sterilizing after each patient and should be? The is one item that you use for every patient that really should be sterilized and not just wiped or sprayed to disinfect. The Divas celebrate Dental Infection Control Awareness Month with Crystal Genics to discuss autoclavable air/water syringes. Resources: FDA - letter to dentists on handpiece st...