{"id":30552,"date":"2026-04-13T20:06:08","date_gmt":"2026-04-14T01:06:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aae.org\/specialty\/?p=30552"},"modified":"2026-04-13T20:06:08","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T01:06:08","slug":"practice-affairs-committee-convenes-in-chicago-to-set-2026-advocacy-priorities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aae.org\/specialty\/practice-affairs-committee-convenes-in-chicago-to-set-2026-advocacy-priorities\/","title":{"rendered":"Practice Affairs Committee Convenes in Chicago to Set 2026 Advocacy Priorities\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">On Saturday, March 14, 2026, the Practice Affairs Committee held its annual in-person meeting in Chicago, bringing together the AAE\u2019s advocacy leaders to engage in meaningful discussions on the most pressing issues\u00a0impacting\u00a0the specialty. The meeting\u00a0provided a valuable opportunity for committee members\u00a0to collaborate and outline strategic advocacy efforts that will shape the future of endodontic care and policy.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Throughout the meeting, committee members had highly productive conversations on strengthening the AAE\u2019s advocacy initiatives. As emphasized during the discussion, it is imperative that the\u00a0specialty\u00a0remain vigilant and responsive to the ever-evolving dynamics affecting the profession. Changes in healthcare policy, insurance practices, and regulatory requirements continue to influence how endodontists provide care, making it critical for the AAE to take a proactive role in advancing policies that protect both providers and patients.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">During the meeting, the committee outlined a set of key advocacy priorities that will guide the AAE\u2019s efforts during the 2026 legislative cycle. A major focus will be Dental Plan Advocacy, including addressing ongoing concerns related to virtual credit card payments, non-covered services, disallowed services, and silent PPOs, which continue to present financial and administrative challenges for endodontic practices.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The committee also emphasized the importance of Specialty Recognition, particularly as it relates to specialty advertising laws, to ensure that endodontists are properly recognized and represented within state regulatory frameworks. In addition, members highlighted the need to continue fighting misinformation surrounding endodontic care, recognizing the growing impact that inaccurate information can have on patient understanding and treatment decisions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Another key priority discussed was reducing administrative and regulatory burdens that place unnecessary strain on dental practices and\u00a0limit\u00a0the time providers can dedicate to patient care. Finally, the committee reaffirmed the importance of continued advocacy related to\u00a0the Dental Loss Ratio, with the goal of improving transparency and accountability within dental insurance plans.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The collective insights and\u00a0expertise\u00a0shared by committee members during the meeting reinforced the AAE\u2019s commitment to advancing meaningful policy solutions that support the specialty. 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