ADA calls for oral health integration in federal chronic disease care coordination efforts  - Takeaways - 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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    ADA urges inclusion of oral health in chronic disease care coordination.

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    Oral health impacts overall health for chronic condition patients.

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    Recommendations for federal definitions to include dentists.

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    Support for comprehensive adult dental benefits in Medicaid.

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    Urgency for interoperable health data systems.

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    Need for integrated care models to serve high-risk populations.

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    Importance of federal leadership in oral health at CMS.

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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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