ADA calls for oral health integration in federal chronic disease care coordination efforts  - Summary - MDSpire
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ADA calls for oral health integration in federal chronic disease care coordination efforts 

The ADA is urging lawmakers to include oral health in efforts to modernize care coordination for chronic disease prevention and treatment. 

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  • Olivia Anderson

  • November 19, 2025

  • 3 min

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The American Dental Association (ADA), represented by President Richard Rosato and Interim Executive Director Elizabeth Shapiro, has formally urged the U.S. Congress to include oral health in modernizing care coordination for chronic diseases. Their statement outlines that oral health is essential for overall health, especially for those with chronic conditions. They recommend that federal definitions of care coordination incorporate dentists, endorse comprehensive adult dental benefits in Medicaid, and improve interoperability of health data systems. The ADA emphasizes the need for integrated care models to better serve high-risk populations.

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ADA calls for oral health integration in federal chronic disease care coordination efforts 

  • by Olivia Anderson

  • November 19, 2025

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