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AAOMS On the Go

Health & Wellness Podcasts

AAOMS On the Go is a podcast series for OMSs and anyone interested in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Podcasts will feature conversations on a variety of topics related to the specialty and Association initiatives. This podcast is for informational purposes. See AAOMS.org/podcast-disclaimer.

Location:

United States

Description:

AAOMS On the Go is a podcast series for OMSs and anyone interested in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Podcasts will feature conversations on a variety of topics related to the specialty and Association initiatives. This podcast is for informational purposes. See AAOMS.org/podcast-disclaimer.

Language:

English


Episodes

Tips for Hosting a Legislator in Your Office

3/22/2024
Relationship-building and education are important aspects of advocacy. For OMSs, hosting a legislator is an excellent way to combine both because it provides time away from the capital to connect at the local level, showcase how OMSs practice and discuss how the actions of policymakers impact the ability to provide the best patient care.

Duration:00:17:41

Navigating the State Capitals: OMS Lobbyists Share Their Stories

3/8/2024
Experienced state lobbyists who are dedicated to representing OMSs across the United States share their insider strategies and insights into the complex world of state-level advocacy, shedding light on their tireless work to champion OMSs' interests and advance the profession.

Duration:00:14:47

Understanding the Insurance Game

2/19/2024
Dr. Travis Campbell joins the podcast to discuss the basics of successfully working with insurance companies and how to manage the many myths and misunderstandings that surround this complex arena of dentistry.

Duration:00:14:27

Meet AAOMS’s Federal Lobbying Team

2/1/2024
AAOMS works with a team of experienced federal lobbyists who represent the specialty in our nation’s capital. Learn more about them and how they navigate the current political environment in Washington, D.C., to promote the specialty and champion OMS interests.

Duration:00:25:09

Insurance Considerations for the OMS: Understanding the No Surprises Act

1/19/2024
Rob Neuner, general counsel of The Patriot Group, joins the podcast to discuss the aspects of the No Surprises Act that affect OMSs as well as when and how OMSs may balance bill their insured patients. The discussion addresses general disclosure and posting requirements (i.e., in-office, website and verbal), requirements for providing good faith estimates to uninsured and self-pay patients, and how implementation is expected to progress in the near future.

Duration:00:25:40

State Laws and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: What's in Store for 2024?

1/5/2024
Every year states consider new laws and regulations that impact the OMS specialty. Learn more from the Chair of the AAOMS Committee on Governmental Affairs about the issues states are expected to consider in 2024. Disclaimer

Duration:00:16:32

Insurance Considerations for the OMS: Effectively Handling Claims When Out-of-Network

12/26/2023
Thomas J. Force, Esq., President of Patriot Group and The Force Law Firm, PC, discusses the challenges OMSs face in filing claims and/or receiving reimbursement when they are not participating in their patient’s insurance network. Topics discussed include techniques to maximize out-of-network revenue, appeals drafting, compliance and audit prevention, insurer settlement negotiation, reversal of denials, defense of refunds and recoupment attempts.

Duration:00:19:53

Amplifying OMS Voices: Grassroots Advocacy in Action

12/5/2023
All advocacy efforts at AAOMS start with members, and grassroots advocacy involvement is crucial for OMSs. By actively engaging in grassroots efforts, OMSs can amplify their voices, directly influence policy and drive positive change within their profession and the broader healthcare landscape.

Duration:00:09:21

Do OMSs Really Need Antibiotics for What They Do?

11/14/2023
Dr. Jasjit Dillon discusses the use of antibiotics and oral and maxillofacial surgery.

Duration:00:16:37

Deciphering the 2022 MRONJ Position Paper: Take-home Messages and Debates

11/1/2023
Drs. Tara Aghaloo and Sal Ruggiero discuss Medication-related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (MRONJ) and the updated AAOMS position paper published in the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 2022.

Duration:00:11:18

Membership Matters: Exploring AAOMS Benefits

10/20/2023
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) has more than 9,000 members across the country and serves as the national organization representing the specialty. A Board of Trustees Subcommittee was appointed to examine the Association’s member benefits. Dr. Martin Eichner discusses some of the highlights of the Subcommittee’s work, which he presented to the Reference Committee at the 2023 House of Delegates.

Duration:00:10:10

OAE Insights: Understanding Reporting Changes

10/6/2023
AAOMS is expanding its Office Anesthesia Evaluation (OAE) program. A Board of Trustees joint Subcommittee recently reviewed the OAE program and developed an implementation plan for the new components. Dr. Gregory Ness, who presented the highlights of the Subcommittee’s work to the Reference Committee at the 2023 House of Delegates, discusses these program enhancements.

Duration:00:12:22

Giving Back: OMSs and Humanitarian Volunteerism

9/22/2023
AAOMS fellow Dr. Shahid Aziz, president and co-founder of Smile Bangladesh, joins OMS Foundation GIVE recipients Drs. Jessica Lee (2019) and Vickas Agarwal (2023) to discuss their experiences delivering surgical care to communities in need, and the rewards and challenges associated with providing humanitarian healthcare to underserved areas of the world.

Duration:00:21:00

JOMS Forum: Pain Levels Did Not Differ Following Uncomplicated Third Molar Extractions Utilizing Liposomal Bupivacaine Versus Standard Bupivacaine

9/8/2023
Drs. Elie Ferneini and Jeffrey James discuss the recent JOMS article comparing pain levels after third molar extractions. The purpose of the study was to determine if liposomal bupivacaine infiltration following uncomplicated extraction of bilateral, mandibular third molars will significantly reduce postoperative pain when compared to standard bupivacaine.

Duration:00:09:58

JOMS Forum: What Is the Linear Accuracy of Regional Voxel-Based Registration for Orthognathic Surgery Landmarks?

8/14/2023
Dr. Michael Han discusses the recent JOMS article on the linear accuracy of R-VBR for orthognathic surgery. The purpose of the study was to estimate the linear accuracy of R-VBR for several skeletal landmarks commonly used in orthognathic surgical planning, and to measure the correlation between angular and linear discrepancies.

Duration:00:09:16

Advocacy: At the Center of Everything OMSs Do

7/28/2023
Dr. William Jordan explains what it means to advocate for the specialty and how AAOMS advocacy efforts support OMS practices.

Duration:00:22:02

The AAOMS Informational Campaign: Resources for OMS Practice Marketing

7/14/2023
Through the award-winning Informational Campaign, AAOMS members have access to hundreds of resources they can use in their everyday practice marketing.

Duration:00:05:54

Work-Related Pain and the Benefits of Ergonomics for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

6/23/2023
An important discussion about work-related neck and back pain in surgeons and how the science of ergonomics can help to prevent long-term discomfort and injury.

Duration:00:14:46

Deciphering and Negotiating Insurance Network Participation Contracts

6/9/2023
The decision to become a participating provider with an insurance company is an important component of a practice’s patient acquisition strategy. Understanding managed care contracts and how the delivery of dental healthcare is financed will help an OMS develop an effective business plan.

Duration:00:23:48

The Importance of Volunteers to the Health of AAOMS and the Specialty

5/25/2023
A discussion about volunteerism and the importance of volunteers to AAOMS and the OMS specialty.

Duration:00:20:46