Coronavirus (COVID-19) Advocacy
The ADA is lobbied Congress and the administration to protect dental patients and staff who are providing urgent and emergency care during the COVID-19 pandemic. The ADA is also lobbed to help dental practices stay viable during (and following) prolonged periods of reduced hours or closure. Visit ada.org to learn more about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) advocacy efforts.
ADA calls out Aetna for limiting payment options for out-of-network dentists
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.