Created July 2020; Reviewed May 2023; Expires May 2025
Course is one hour and participants who successfully complete the post-test will earn one CE credit.
Online, Self-Study CE Helpful Tips
- Before you access the course, add the web page https://learn.padental.org/topclass/ as an allowed site under pop-up blockers. For assistance, Google instructions to add an allowed website for the web browser you use to access the internet. Instructions also are available at the bottom of the Continuing Education page on PDA's website.
- After you address the pop-up blockers, and are ready to start the course, go to www.padental.org/onlinece. Sign in with your username and password. Click Go To Your Learning Center and launch the course.
- At the Congratulations You Passed screen, close the internet window (tab) that displays the name of the course. Instructions and screen shots are available at the bottom of the Continuing Education page on PDA's website.
- The certificate will be saved in your Learning Center. To access your Learning Center, go to www.padental.org/onlinece. Sign in with your username and password. Click Go To Your Learning Center. Click the word Completed to see the list of courses you completed. Click View Certificate.
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance for dentistry has three components: Privacy Rules, Security Rules and High Tech/Breach Notification. These rules are not specific for dentistry but apply to all areas of health care, which can make them seem very complex and even overwhelming. This lecture seeks to assist dental practices in complying with the requirements of HIPAA.
Upon completion of this lecture, participants should be able to:
- Describe the purpose of and the three parts to the HIPAA Omnibus Rule.
- Identify documentation required for HIPAA compliance.
- Analyze HIPAA compliance in their dental practice facility.
- Develop strategies for compliance with HIPAA privacy and security rules.
- Establish initial and annual training programs for their practice or facility.
| Fees: |
$0 - PDA Member dentist (complimentary)
$55 - ADA Member dentist
$110 - Nonmember dentist
$25 - Hygienists, Assistants & Non-licensed staff |
CE Credits:
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1 credit hour recommended for dentists, hygienists, assistants and non-licensed staff |
Cancellation policy: No refunds are issued for online CE courses.
PDA is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
PDA designates this activity for 1 (one) continuing education credit.
Important registration information:
1. Sign in to the website with your username and password. Contact PDA if you do not have a username and password or need assistance with your username and password. Do NOT create your own record. If you do, you could be charged the wrong registration fee.
2. Click the Register Myself button and pricing will be displayed.
3. If payment is required, enter your credit card information.
4. Click Submit Order to complete your registration. You have 24/7 access to the program for 6-months from the date of registration. Review Helpful Tips provided above before launching the course.
If you have questions, contact PDA at (717) 234-5941 Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.