Dental Practice Operations Checklist: Efficiency & Risk Management
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Patient Scheduling & Appointments
Ensuring efficient appointment flow and patient communication.
Appointment Scheduled Date
Appointment Scheduled Time
Appointment Type
Provider Assigned
Appointment Duration (minutes)
Patient Notes (e.g., insurance, concerns)
Appointment Status
Infection Control & Sterilization
Maintaining a sterile environment and adhering to CDC guidelines.
Last Autoclave Validation Date
Autoclave Cycle Count
Disinfectant Solutions Used
Freshness of Disinfectant Solutions (Days)
Gloves Used
Proof of Disinfectant EPA Registration
Surface Disinfectant Used
Notes on any unusual observations or deviations
Equipment Maintenance & Calibration
Regular checks and upkeep of dental equipment.
Last Maintenance Date for Dental Chairs
Pressure Reading for Air Compressor (PSI)
Water Temperature at Handpiece (Degrees Celsius)
Type of Sterilization Equipment Used
Date of Last Calibration for Ultrasonic Scaler
Notes/Comments on Equipment Condition
Equipment Status after Maintenance
Regulatory Compliance (HIPAA, OSHA)
Verification of adherence to legal and safety regulations.
Last HIPAA Privacy Rule Training Completion Date
Last OSHA Hazard Communication Training Date
Which HIPAA Security Rule safeguards are currently implemented?
Number of Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) currently in place
Upload copy of current Business Associate Agreements (BAAs)
Method used for patient consent documentation (HIPAA)
Summary of recent HIPAA/OSHA audit findings (if applicable)
Financial Management & Billing
Tracking payments, insurance claims, and financial reporting.
Total Revenue Received Today
Total Claims Submitted
Outstanding Patient Balances
Insurance Claim Verification Status
Last Insurance Payment Received
Notes on any billing discrepancies
Outstanding Account Aging Bucket
Number of Patient Payment Plans Active
Staff Training & Performance
Ensuring staff competency and ongoing professional development.
Last Infection Control Training Date
Hours of Continuing Education Completed (This Year)
Completed Required Training Modules?
Summary of Recent Performance Review Notes
Performance Improvement Plan Required?
Next Performance Review Date
Upload Training Certificates/Documentation
Emergency Preparedness & Safety
Plans and procedures for handling emergencies and ensuring patient and staff safety.
Last Emergency Drill Date
Emergency Contact Information (Local Authorities, Hospitals)
Emergency Scenarios Covered in Drill
Number of Staff Trained in CPR/First Aid
Location of Emergency Supplies (First Aid Kit, Oxygen, etc.)
Emergency Evacuation Route(s) Verified?
Emergency Plan Document (PDF)
Time of Last Fire Alarm Test
Inventory Management & Supplies
Tracking and ordering supplies to prevent shortages and minimize waste.
Current Quantity: Nitrile Gloves (Box)
Reorder Point: Nitrile Gloves (Box)
Current Quantity: Impression Materials
Reorder Point: Impression Materials
Preferred Vendor: Cleaning Solutions
Date of Last Inventory Count
Notes/Observations Regarding Current Inventory Levels
Quantity: Sharps Containers (Full)
Patient Communication & Records Management
Maintaining clear patient communication and secure record keeping.
Last Patient Consent Form Review Date
Preferred Communication Method (Patient)
Summary of Patient Communication Log (Notable Interactions)
Referral Status (if applicable)
Number of Patient Satisfaction Surveys Received (last period)
Records Updated (Select all that apply)
Last Review of Patient Communication Templates
Security & Data Protection
Protecting patient data and practice systems from unauthorized access.
Firewall Last Updated (Date)
Antivirus Software Status
Password Complexity Enforcement
Last Security Audit Performed
Data Backup Procedures in Place
Notes on Recent Security Incidents or Vulnerabilities
Employee Training on Data Security
Security Policy Document (Upload)
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