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Adult Medicaid Dental Benefits Update – Kentucky Oral Health …

WEBOctober 2022 – Governor Beshear announces expanded dental benefits for adults on Medicaid including restorative treatment like fillings, crowns, implants, and dentures to begin in 2023. January 2023 – The Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) files emergency regulations to begin offering these benefits, including a rate …

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Kentucky Oral Health Coalition – For a lifetime of oral health

WEBKentucky Oral Health Coalition is a group of concerned citizens, advocates, and professionals working together to improve oral health across Kentucky. Kentucky Oral Health Coalition is a group of concerned citizens, advocates, and professionals working together to improve oral health across Kentucky.

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Addressing Whole Person Health Through Medical-Dental …

WEBKOHC has been a longtime advocate for a more integrated approach to medical and dental care because we know there is a strong connection between good oral health and overall health. Integrating dental and medical care can improve health outcomes as tooth decay has been linked to diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and other …

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Data & Research – Kentucky Oral Health Coalition

WEBDelta Dental of Kentucky partnered with Kentucky Youth Advocates, the University of Louisville School of Dentistry, and other key partners to collect data on the oral health status of over 2,000 3rd and 6th grade children. The data provided state and regional pictures of the oral health needs of children in the state.

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Membership – Kentucky Oral Health Coalition

WEBKOHC is comprised of over 450 members and oral health stakeholders that engage with the Coalition from every region of the Commonwealth. Membership includes dentists, dental hygienists, health professionals, family resource center coordinators, universities, managed care companies, business corporations, government entities, teachers, parents, …

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Kynect to Your Dental Benefits – Kentucky Oral Health Coalition

WEBA survey sponsored by the Children’s Dental Health Project found that most Americans are unaware that children’s dental services are covered under the 10 essential health benefits in the Affordable Care Act. According to the survey, 33% of Americans say that either they or a family member are currently suffering from dental problems that …

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Empowering Individuals with Special Health Care Needs Through …

WEBOctober is Health Literacy Month, an optimal time to recognize the importance of health awareness and literacy, including oral health.Having access to and understanding health information is essential to caring for your whole-body health. Having good health literacy can even improve health outcomes, including fewer visits to the …

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The Connection Between Oral Health and Mental Health

WEBWe know there is a strong connection between good oral health and overall health, but one aspect of wellbeing that is less often associated with oral health is mental health. There is growing research that demonstrates the connection between a healthy mouth and a health mind, and vice versa.. Oral health is closely tied to mental health in …

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Oral Health Matters for Pregnant Women

WEBThe CMS flyer mentioned earlier can be ordered in large quantities for free. It offers tips for pregnant women’s dental care, and it encourages them to visit a dentist. Share the handout today to help educate pregnant women about oral health. If you are pregnant, take steps now to protect your oral health—and your baby’s—by preventing

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About – Kentucky Oral Health Coalition

WEBWhile the Coalition became inactive in 2006, a steering committee of diverse stakeholders came together in 2010 to plan for the reinvigoration of the Coalition. Now called the Kentucky Oral Health Coalition (KOHC), the newly revitalized group is staffed by Kentucky Youth Advocates. The first coalition meeting held in March 2012 had over 70 in

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Kentucky Oral Health Coalition Quarterly Meeting and West …

WEBRegistration for the Regional Oral Health Summit 2022 is now open! The event will take place on June 10th from 10 AM - 1 PM ET (9 AM -12 PM Central) via Zoom. A copy

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Spotlight on a New Oral Health Initiative in Southeastern Kentucky

WEBLed by Volunteers of America Mid-States (VOA) and Shaping our Appalachian Region (SOAR), the Southeastern Kentucky Oral Health Coalition was formed in August 2020 in partnership with the statewide Kentucky Oral Health Coalition, which is a project of Kentucky Youth Advocates.The coalition seeks to convene a diverse group of …

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Kentucky’s Cavity

WEBPage Kentucky’s Cavity | 005 Finding1 Too few dentists In 2004 there were 508,242 children enrolled in Medicaid and KCHIP entitling them to free dental services, yet only 170,068 of them received any dental services, about 33%.6 There are many reasons for …

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Selecting a School-Based Oral Health Care Program: 23 Key …

WEBThe use of a community-based dental program also allows services to be delivered during the school day, which decreases the amount of school missed due to preventive dental appointments. It can also help in addressing the cost of oral health care which is a concern for many Kentuckians. In fact, the 2012 Kentucky Health Issues Poll reported

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KOHC Public Comments on Proposed Regulation 201 KAR 8:600 – …

WEBThe Kentucky Oral Health Coalition (KOHC) is a statewide coalition of over 450 members and oral health stakeholders from every region of the Commonwealth. Membership includes dentists, dental hygienists, health professionals, family resource center coordinators, universities, managed care companies, business corporations, …

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Communities Can Improve the Oral Health Of Kentucky Kids

WEBSolutions to Improve the Oral Health of Kentucky Kids. Promote oral health literacy campaigns to teach the basics of oral health. Integrate oral health services into doctor’s visits to prevent cavities in children, pregnancy complications in women, and oral health infection in adults. Ensure all children entering kindergarten have a dental

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2023 Landscape Assessment Report – Kentucky Oral Health Coalition

WEB2023 Landscape Assessment Report. Oral health is a complex issue that affects every Kentuckian, impacting both a healthy smile and overall health and KOHC is dedicated to improving the oral health systems and outcomes for all Kentuckians. To better understand the current trends in oral health care and habits across the state, KOHC …

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Updates on 2021 Medicaid Changes for Kentucky Kids and Families

WEBJanuary 1st marked the start of new Medicaid plans for 2021. This year, there are several changes and updates to the Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) providing health, behavioral health, and oral health coverage for Kentuckians. A new MCO, United Healthcare, has been approved and began providing coverage in 2021.

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Contact Us – Kentucky Oral Health Coalition

WEBKentucky Oral Health Coalition 10200 Linn Station Rd, Suite 310 Louisville, KY 40223 502.895.8167 [email protected] Kentucky Oral Health Coalition Staff Support Alicia Whatley – [email protected] – ext. 137 Linda Stettenbenz – [email protected] Sign up for Email Updates Driving Directions Take I-64 (east …

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