Dental Practice Compliance Checklist Template

Ensure your dental practice is audit-ready! Our Dental Practice Compliance Checklist Template simplifies regulatory adherence, covering patient safety, HIPAA, OSHA, and more. Download now and streamline your compliance efforts.

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HIPAA Compliance

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Ensuring patient privacy and data security.

Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) Reviewed?

Last Privacy Rule Training Date

Designated Privacy Officer Assigned?

Summary of Privacy Rule Updates & Training

Patient Access Request Procedures in Place?

HIPAA Risk Assessment Report

Number of Patient Data Breaches Reported (Past Year)

OSHA Safety & Infection Control

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Maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff, adhering to OSHA guidelines.

Last Sharps Container Disposal Date

Hand Sanitizer Dispenser Fill Level (inches)

Surface Disinfectant Used (EPA Registered)

PPE Availability (Check all that apply)

Last Autoclave Maintenance Date

Autoclave Spore Testing Result

Notes on any safety or infection control concerns

Patient Record Management

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Procedures for handling patient records, consents, and documentation.

Last Record Audit Date

Summary of Record Audit Findings

Record Storage Method

Number of Paper Records (if applicable)

Retention Schedule Compliance

Last Consent Form Review Date

Notes on Consent Form Updates/Revisions

Financial Compliance

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Ensuring accurate billing, coding, and revenue cycle management.

Current Fee Schedule Review Date

Billing Software Version

Last Audit of Claim Denials

Claim Denial Rate (%), Current Period

Summary of Recent Coding Updates Implemented

Compliance Training for Billing Staff (Completed?)

Copy of Current Fee Schedule

State & Federal Regulations

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Adherence to relevant state and federal laws and regulations.

Last Review Date of Federal Regulations

Summary of Recent Federal Regulatory Updates

DEA Registration Number (Federal)

State Dental Board Reporting Requirements

Date of Last State Dental Board Audit

Summary of State-Specific Dental Practice Act Compliance

Compliance with Stark Law?

Controlled Substances Management

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Protocols for handling, dispensing, and documenting controlled substances.

Last Inventory Date

Initial Quantity of [Specific Substance]

Quantity Used/Dispensed

Quantity Returned/Wasted

Date of Discrepancy (if any)

Explanation of Discrepancy (if any)

Method of Destruction (if any)

Inventory Record Documentation (Attach)

Signature of Person Performing Inventory

Emergency Preparedness

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Procedures for handling emergencies, including fire, medical incidents, and natural disasters.

Last Emergency Drill Date

Emergency Contact List – Primary Contact

Emergency Contact List – Secondary Contact

Emergency Evacuation Plan Description

Emergency Supplies Checked

Quantity of Fire Extinguishers & Inspection Date

Location of Emergency Shut-Offs (Water, Gas, Electricity)

Procedure for Medical Emergencies (e.g., Patient Cardiac Arrest)

Consent Forms & Documentation

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Review and verification of consent forms for procedures and treatments.

Consent Form Received Date

Patient Explanation of Procedure

Patient Questions and Concerns

Patient Understanding

Patient Signature

Witness Signature (if required)

Scanned Consent Form (if applicable)

Equipment Maintenance & Calibration

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Ensuring all dental equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.

Last Calibration Date - Ultrasonic Scaler

Ultrasonic Scaler Power Output (Watts)

Last Maintenance Date - Dental Chairs

Details of Dental Chair Maintenance (e.g., lubrication, upholstery)

X-Ray Machine Exposure Rate (mR/s)

Last X-Ray Machine QA Test Date

Autoclave Validation Method

Last Autoclave Validation Date

Employee Training & Credentials

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Verification of employee training, certifications, and licenses.

Employee Name

Last Training Date (HIPAA)

Next Training Date (OSHA)

Completed Training Modules

Copy of Certification/License

License Number

Expiration Date (License)

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