Jul 24, 2026
Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services encourages states to restrict amalgam coverage
The guidance is not a requirement, and states are responsible for determining medical necessity criteria and making coverage decisions. Read More
Jul 24, 2026
The guidance is not a requirement, and states are responsible for determining medical necessity criteria and making coverage decisions. Read More
Jul 24, 2026
The proposed standard is available for review and comment by Aug. 21. Read More
Jul 24, 2026
The ADA is supporting the Senate HELP Committee's advancement of legislation to reauthorize federal health professions workforce programs. Read More
Jul 23, 2026
Legislation to reauthorize the Action for Dental Health Act advanced in the House on July 20 and was introduced in the Senate on July 23. Read More
Jul 23, 2026
The ADA is supporting legislation that would make dental and oral health services a required benefit for adults enrolled in Medicaid. Read More
Jul 23, 2026
The ADA is supporting legislation that would strengthen dental coverage for children enrolled in the Children's Health Insurance Program. Read More
Jul 22, 2026
As part of continued efforts to address credentialing delays, the ADA has released a new provisional credentialing toolkit for payers. Read More
Jul 22, 2026
This tactic makes it difficult for out-of-network providers to receive their choice of payment unless they join Aetna's network. Read More
Jul 21, 2026
All interested parties are welcome to attend the ADA Standards Program’s annual consensus body meetings. Read More
Jul 20, 2026
Jul 17, 2026
Lawmakers are advancing dental insurance reforms aimed at strengthening patient protections and reducing administrative burdens on dentists. Read More
Jul 15, 2026
The ADA sent several questions on member dentists' behalf to Delta Dental Plans Association and Delta Dental of California. Read More
Jul 15, 2026
The ADA sent several questions on member dentists' behalf to Delta Dental Plans Association and Delta Dental of California. Read More
Jul 15, 2026
Jul 14, 2026
The ADA is seeking input from member dentists on how the CDT Code is used to document and report the administration of local anesthesia. Read More
Jul 9, 2026
The ADA opposes recent actions by Delta Dental of California to charge a weekly $15 fee to dentists who want to be paid by paper check. Read More
Jul 9, 2026
The ADA urged lawmakers to adapt proposed healthcare cost transparency requirements to account for the unique structure of dental benefits. Read More
Jul 8, 2026
The ADA shared its third update on the governance and organizational health evaluation June 30 with the House of Delegates. Read More
Jul 8, 2026
On-the-job training can be overwhelming, but a new online course is here to help prepare dental assistants for their first day. Read More
Jul 6, 2026
While studies suggest silver diamine fluoride may be effective at remineralizing, more clinical trials are needed, according to researchers. Read More
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has officially opened the license renewal portal for dentists and dental hygienists. Renew your license online with IDFPR by September 30, 2024.
Action Required: Check Your Inbox
Ensure you've received a renewal email. If not, verify the email address on your IDFPR account and check your spam folder. A copy of the email is included below for your convenience.
ISDS Member Benefits: Your Hassle-Free Guide
ISDS has crafted an easy-to-follow guide exclusively for members to simplify the renewal process. Access it here. ISDS Member Only Guide
If you have any questions or concerns about the renewal process, you may contact the Department, toll free, at 1-800-560-6420 or send a question to http://idfpr.illinois.gov/profs/Email/prfGrp09.asp
Your Trusted Resource: ISDS
Count on the Illinois State Dental Society (ISDS) for all your licensing needs. ISDS-provided CE courses are IDFPR-approved. Explore courses on our website: http://bit.ly/ISDSCE2024.
Useful Links for Renewal:
IDFPR Online Renewal Website: https://ilesonline.idfpr.illinois.gov/DFPR.
ISDS Q&A About License Renewal: Illinois License Requirements (isds.org).
Stay tuned for additional assistance resources exclusively available to ISDS members!
Below is a copy of the email you should have received from IDFPR.
Greetings,
You are receiving this email because you are an active licensee and may not have renewed your license. Please note that if you have not renewed your license, it will expire on 09/30/2024.
To renew, visit the Online Renewal website https://ilesonline.idfpr.illinois.gov/DFPR. and follow the instructions listed. We have provided renewal tips for accessing the Renewal System at: https://idfpr.illinois.gov/ORI.asp.
If you currently do not have an Online Account, you will be required to register before proceeding to the renewal application.
Please note that when renewing online: No changes will be applied to your record unless your renewal has been submitted.
VISA, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, Debit Cards, and eChecks are accepted (Please note that no credit card nor bank information is retained by IDFPR). A convenience fee will be added to the cost of your license renewal for vendor processing costs.
If you renew after the expiration date of the license you will be charged both a renewal fee and a late fee. VISA, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, Debit Cards, and eChecks are accepted (Please note that no credit card nor bank information is retained by IDFPR). A convenience fee will be added for vendor processing costs.
All fees are non-refundable.
If you have any questions or concerns about the renewal process, you may contact the Department, toll free, at 1-800-560-6420 or send a question to http://idfpr.illinois.gov/profs/Email/prfGrp09.asp
Please do not reply to this email. Replies to this email are routed to an unmonitored mailbox.