This section includes a list of the most frequently asked practice and legal questions, drawing on prior legal opinions, WDA Journal articles and additional input from legal counsel. We have attempted to keep the answers brief and practical. Click on each question for a complete, detailed answer.  

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I mistakenly thought a patient’s delinquent account was sent to collections. The account is several years overdue and the patient has not received any statements from my office for years. What are my options?
As a general rule, you may attempt to collect upon a delinquent account at any time. That being said, there are a number of considerations that may affect what you decide to do in any particular situation.

 
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Licensing & Employment
This section includes frequently asked questions related to licensure in Wisconsin and employment. Click on each question for a complete answer.

Domestic Abuse
This section includes frequently asked questions related to reporting of suspected domestic abuse cases. Click on each question for a complete answer.

Dental Records
This section includes frequently asked questions related to the retention, handling and ownership of patient dental records. Click on each question for a complete answer.

Patient Abandonment
This section includes frequently asked questions related to termination of a doctor/patient relationship. Click on each question for a complete answer.

Government Insurance & Discounts
This section includes frequently asked questions related to handling co-payments for Medicaid and Medicare patients, limiting one's practice as an MA provider and offering discounts. Click on each question for a complete answer.

Children of Divorced Parents
This section includes frequently asked questions related to children/minors of divorced and step parents. Click on each question for a complete answer.

Delegation of Duties
This section includes frequently asked questions related to delegation of duties to dental hygienists and assistants. Click on each question for a complete answer.

Mandatory Coverage
This section includes frequently asked questions related to mandatory coverage for TMD, hospitalization and general anesthesia. Click on each question for a complete answer.

Insurance & Coordination of Benefits
This section includes frequently asked questions related to dental insurance and coordination of benefits. Click on each question for a complete answer.

HIPAA
This section includes frequently asked questions related to the Health Insurance and Portability Act (HIPAA). Click on each question for a complete answer.

X-rays & Exams
This section includes frequently asked questions related to X-rays. Click on each question for a complete answer.

Malpractice
This section includes frequently asked questions related to malpractice. Click on each question for a complete answer.

Billing
This section includes frequently asked questions related to billing patients. Click on each question for a complete answer.

Interpreters & Translators
This section includes frequently asked questions related to interpreters for patients. Click on each question for a complete answer.