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New Mexico Dental Health Care
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Friday, April 25, 2014
Santa Fe, NM
MEETING MINUTES - DRAFT
1.
CALL TO ORDER
At 10:20 a.m. the Board Chair, Dr. Charles Schumacher, DDS, called the New Mexico Board of Dental Health
Care April 25, 2014, meeting to order.
2.
ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Burrell Tucker, DDS
Kimberly Martin, DMD
Charles Schumacher, DDS
Leo Balderamos, DDS
Jolynn Galvin, DDS
Ermelinda Baca, RDH
Denise Teague-Myrick, RDH
Richard Hatch, Public Member
Robert Blewer, Public Member
MEMBERS ABSENT:
OTHERS PRESENT:
Jennifer Salazar, Assistant Attorney General
STAFF PRESENT:
Roberta Perea, Board Administrator
Melissa Saiz, Administrative Assistant
Michelle Padilla, Compliance Liaison
Amos Padilla, Team Leader
Roll Call was taken by Roberta Perea and a quorum was determined present.
3.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Dr. Burrell Tucker, DDS made a MOTION to approve the agenda as written. Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH
SECONDED the motion which was PASSED by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
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4.
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
January 24, 2014 Regular Board Meeting
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made a MOTION to approve the minutes of the January 24, 2014 Regular Meeting
as written. Ms. Denise Teague-Myrick, RDH SECONDED the motion which was PASSED by
UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
5. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Chair:
I will hear a motion for closure of the meeting to enter into Executive Session.
Board Member Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH: I move that the New Mexico Dental Health Care Board close this
meeting in order to enter into Executive Session to discuss the items listed in the agenda. Pursuant to Sections 1015-1.of the Open Meetings Act authorizing closed sessions for matters related to issuance, suspension, renewal,
revocation of a license. Mr. Richard Hatch SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS
APPROVAL.
Chair: Would the Board Administrator take a roll call vote to enter into Executive Session?
Roll Call Vote:
Burrell Tucker, DDS
Kimberly Martin, DMD
Charles Schumacher, DDS
Leo Balderamos, DDS
Jolynn Galvin, DDS
Ermelinda Baca, RDH
Denise Teague-Myrick, RDH
Robert Blewer, Public Member
Richard Hatch, Public Member
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Chair: The motion is approved by a unanimous approval. Let the record show that at 10:30 a.m. the Board
entered into closed session and the recorder has been turned off.
Back in Open Session
Let the record show that the recorder is back on. The New Mexico Board of Dental Health Care is back in
open session. The time is 12:50 a.m. Pursuant to 10-15-1 H 1, 3 & 7 of the Open Meetings Act the matters
discussed in the closed meeting were limited only to the items listed in the motion.
6.
BOARD ACTION ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION
Let the record show that the Complaint Committee Members Dr. Kimberly Martin, DMD and Mr.
Robert Blewer abstained from voting on committee recommended cases.
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(Items listed on Agenda)
APPLICATIONS
14-28-APP
Ms. Melissa Barbara, RDH made a MOTION to grant the application. Dr. Burrell Tucker, DDS SECONDED the
motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
DECISION & ORDER
11-59-COM & 12-37-COM (Dr. William Gardner, DDS)
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made the following MOTION: A. The Board adopted all of the hearing officer’s proposed
findings of fact contained in the Hearing Officer’s Report; B. Based on the findings of fact, the Board made the following
conclusions of law. Respondent violated the following statutes and Rules: Sections 61-5A-21(A)(5), 61-5A-21(A)(7), and
61-5A-21(A)(14) of the Dental Health Care Act, as well as Rule 16.5.16.10(B)(3) NMAC, Rule 16.5.16.10(B)(5) NMAC,
Rule 16.5.16.10(B)(13) NMAC, and Rule 16.5.16.10(B)(15) NMAC. C. Based on these findings of fact and conclusions
of law, the Board orders as follows: 1. Respondent shall pay the Board a fine in the amount of five-thousand dollars
($5,000) for his violations of the Dental Health Care Act and the Board’s Rules. Respondent shall pay this fine within one
year of his receipt of this signed Final Decision and Order.
2. Respondent shall take, and successfully pass, the New Mexico Dentist Jurisprudence Examination. The exam must be
taken and returned to the Board, with Respondent receiving a passing score of at least 75%, within thirty (30) days from
his receipt of this Final Decision and Order. 3. Respondent shall successfully complete twenty (20) hours of Board
approved continuing education classes in the following subjects: (1) Ethics, (2) Treatment Planning, (3) Informed
Consent, and (4) Implant Complications. The courses must be completed within one year of his receipt of this signed
Final Decision and Order. The courses mandated by this Final Decision Order cannot be used to fulfill triennial renewal of
continuing education requirements. 4. Respondent shall pay the Board the reporting and transcription costs incurred for
this hearing within one (1) year from the date of his receipt of this signed Final Decision and Order. D. Board Chair, Dr.
Charles Schumacher, DDS, is designated to sign the order and Assistant Attorney General was given authority to prepare
the order. Dr. Burrell Tucker, DDS SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
11-69-COM (Dr. Gary Ross, DDS)
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made the following MOTION: A. The Board adopted all of the hearing officer’s proposed
findings of fact contained in the Hearing Officer’s Report; B. Based on the findings of fact, the Board made the following
conclusions of law. Respondent violated the following statutes and Rules: Sections 61-5A-21(A)(5), and 61-5A-21(A)(7)
of the Dental Health Care Act, as well as Rule 16.5.16.10(B)(6) NMAC, Rule 16.5.16.10(B)(10) NMAC, Rule
16.5.16.10(B)(13) NMAC, and Rule 16.5.16.10(B)(15) NMAC. C. Based on these findings of fact and conclusions of law,
the Board orders as follows: 1. Respondent shall pay the Board a fine in the amount of three-thousand dollars ($3,000) for
his violations of the Dental Health Care Act and the Board’s Rules. Respondent shall pay this fine within six months of
his receipt of this signed Final Decision and Order. 2. Respondent shall take, and successfully pass, the New Mexico
Dentist Jurisprudence Examination. The exam must be taken and returned to the Board, with Respondent receiving a
passing score of at least 75%, within thirty (30) days from his receipt of this Final Decision and Order. 3. Respondent
shall successfully complete twelve (12) hours of Board approved continuing education classes in the following subjects:
(1) Ethics, (2) Practice Management, and (3) Conscious Sedation. The courses must be completed within one year of his
receipt of this signed Final Decision and Order. The courses mandated by this Final Decision Order cannot be used to
fulfill triennial renewal of continuing education requirements. 4. Respondent shall pay the Board the reporting and
transcription costs incurred for this hearing within six months from the date of his receipt of this signed Final Decision
and Order. D. Board Chair, Dr. Charles Schumacher, DDS, is designated to sign the order and Assistant Attorney General
was given authority to prepare the order. Ms. Denise Teague-Myrick, RDH SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED
by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
7.
REPORTS
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A. Chair Report – Dr. Charles Schumacher, DDS
(Attachment A)
B. Secretary’s Report – Dr. Burrell Tucker, DDS
Dr. Burrell Tucker, DDS reported to the board that from January 14, 2014 through April 1, 2014, the
following licenses were issued:
5 Dental licenses issued by Examination
5 Dental licenses issued by Credentials
62 Dental Assistants
0 Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Certificates
0 Community Dental Health Coordinator Certificates
1 Non-Dentist Owner
Ms. Denise Teague-Myrick, RDH made a MOTION to ratify the Boards Secretaries approval of new licensees
report into record. Dr. Leo Balderamos, DDS SECONDED the motion which was PASSED by
UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
C. Dental Hygienist Committee Report – Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH
Ms. Denise Teague-Myrick made a MOTION to ratify the recommendations of the Dental Hygienist
Committee. Dr. Leo Balderamos, DDS SECONDED the motion which was PASSED by UNANIMOUS
APPROVAL.
Licenses Issued for Period 1/14/14 thru 4/1/14
2 Dental Hygienists by Examination
1 Dental Hygienists by Credentials
2 Dental Hygienists by Collaborative Practice
D. Anesthesia Committee Report – Dr. John Mitchell, DDS
(Attachment B)
Dr. John Mitchell, DDS reported to the board that from January 14, 2014 through April 1, 2014 the
following permits were issued:
5 Nitrous Oxide Permits,
2 Conscious Sedation I permit
2 Conscious Sedation II permits
0 Deep Sedation/General Anesthesia permits
E. NM Health Services Report, Devi Gajapathi, BDS
No report given
F. NM Dental Association ReportVerbal report given
G. NMDHA Report, Ms. Mary Kay Vigil, RDH
(Attachment C)
H. PIMA Report – Melissa McDougal-Plese
(Attachment D)
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I. NM Department of Health Report – Ms. Carol Hanson, RDH
(Attachment E)
J. AADB Report – Dr. Charles Schumacher, DDS
(Attachment F)
K. WREB Report – Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH
(Attachment G)
L. CRDTS Report – Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH
Verbal report given
M. NERB Report – Ms. Denise Teague-Myrick, RDH
Verbal report given
N. ADEX Report –
No report given
O. CITA Report – Dr. Kimberly Martin, DMD
No report given
P. SRTA Report –
No report given
Q. Administrator’s Report – Ms. Roberta Perea
Ms. Perea reported to the board that RLD hired new staff (Melissa Saiz, Administrative Assistant and
Michelle Padilla, Compliance Officer) she also reported that board staff is working on renewals and
postcards should be mailed out within the next week.
R. Compliance Liaison Report – Ms. Michelle Padilla
No report given
S. Rules Committee – Dr. Charles Schumacher, DDS
Dr. Charles Schumacher, DDS reported that a rule hearing is planned for the October board meeting and a
rules committee meeting will be schedules here soon.
T. Prescription Drug Misuse and Overdose Prevention and Pain Management Advisory Council-Dr.
Balderamos
(Attachment H)
U. Ad Hoc Committees – Dr. Charles Schumacher, DDS will work on appointing Committees for budget
and Communication.
V. Quality Health Management Report
(Attachment I)
W. Health Action New Mexico Report – Pamela K. Blackwell, JD
(Attachment J)
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8. OLD BUSINESS
A. Confirm Future Meeting Dates and Locations
July Board Meeting – July 18, 2014 – Ruidoso
October Board Meeting – October 17, 2014 – Albuquerque
January Board Meeting – January 30, 2015 – Santa Fe
April Board Meeting – April 24, 2015 – Santa Fe
B. Discussion and Possible action on School-Bases Questionnaire/Dental Mobile Units – Dr. Charles
Schumacher, DDS
Mr. Richard Hatch made a MOTION to send out the questionnaire to dental mobile units. Ms. Denise TeagueMyrick, RDH SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
C. Discussion and possible action on X-ray Exam recommendations for grading criteria –
Ms. Denise Teague-Myrick, RDH made a MOTION to accept the recommendations for the grading criteria.
Dr. Jolynn Galvin, DDS SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
D. National Safety Council – Request for CPR Course Approval
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made a MOTION to accept the CPR course from the National Safety Council. Mr.
Robert Blewer SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
E. Discussion and possible action on revising dental jurisprudence exam Update- Dr. Kimberly Martin
Dr. Kimberly Martin, DMD will work on clearing up some questions on the exam.
F. Complete Credentialing and Background Services, LLC – Response – No action taken
9.
NEW BUSINESS
A. Budget Report – Kathy Ortiz – No action taken
Ms. Kathy Ortiz did a brief presentation on the dental board budget.
B. Complaint Committee Member Recommendation
Dr. Burrell Tucker, DDS made a MOTION to appoint Bonnie Ruyle to the complaint committee. Dr.
Jolynn Galvin, DDS SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
C. EMS Safety Services – Request for CPR Course Approval
Dr. Burrell Tucker, DDS made a MOTION to approve the CPR course given by EMS Safety Services. Ms.
Denise Teague-Myrick, RDH SECONDED the motion which was PASSED by UNANIMOUS
APPROVAL.
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D. CNM – Melanie Upshaw, Dental Assisting Director, CDHC Program
Melanie Upshaw did a brief presentation on the Community Dental Health Coordinator Program that CNM
has been working with the American Dental Association (ADA) to adopt. The purpose of the Community
Dental Health Coordinator Program is to educate prevent and negotiate for the community members.
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH mad a MOTION to accept the Community Dental Health Coordinator
Program. Dr. Tucker, DDS SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED BY UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
E. Specialty Exams
Ms. Roberta Perea will contact WREB and let them know that the specialty exam in still required in NM as
it is in statute.
F. DXTR Mannequin Request
Dr. Burrell Tucker, DDS made a MOTION to lend the boards DXTR to Quality Health Management for
one year. Quality Health Management will be responsible for maintenance on the DXTR and shall provide
documentation to the board showing what maintenance has been done. Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH
SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
G. Hearing officer Appointments
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made a MOTION to appoint Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH, Ms. Denise TeagueMyrick, RDH and G. Mark Yarbrough, DDS as hearing officers. Dr. Burrell Tucker, DDS SECONDED
the motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
H.
Public Comment - None
10. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Chair:
I will hear a motion for closure of the meeting to enter into Executive Session.
Board Member Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH: I move that the New Mexico Dental Health Care Board close this
meeting in order to enter into Executive Session to discuss the items listed in the agenda. Pursuant to Sections 1015-1.of the Open Meetings Act authorizing closed sessions for matters related to issuance, suspension, renewal,
revocation of a license. Mr. Richard Hatch SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS
APPROVAL.
Chair: Would the Board Administrator take a roll call vote to enter into Executive Session?
Roll Call Vote:
Burrell Tucker, DDS
Kimberly Martin, DMD
Charles Schumacher, DDS
Leo Balderamos, DDS
Jolynn Galvin, DDS
Ermelinda Baca, RDH
Denise Teague-Myrick, RDH
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
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Robert Blewer, Public Member
Richard Hatch, Public Member
Aye
Aye
Chair: The motion is approved by a unanimous approval. Let the record show that at 3:09 p.m. the Board
entered into closed session and the recorder has been turned off.
Back in Open Session
Let the record show that the recorder is back on. The New Mexico Board of Dental Health Care is back in
open session. The time is 3:40 p.m. Pursuant to 10-15-1 H 1, 3 & 7 of the Open Meetings Act the matters
discussed in the closed meeting were limited only to the items listed in the motion.
11.
BOARD ACTION ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION
Let the record show that the Complaint Committee Members Dr. Kimberly Martin, DMD and Mr.
Robert Blewer abstained from voting on committee recommended cases.
(Items listed on Agenda)
APPLICATIONS:
14-27-APP
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made a MOTION to grant a 60 day extension from the date of notification.
Dr. Jolynn Galvin, DDS SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
14-34-APP
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made a MOTION to revoke the permit until the applicant passes the facility exam as per
16.5.15.15 (B)(4). Dr. Jolynn Galvin, DDS SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS
APPROVAL.
RETIREMENT STATUS REQUESTS:
James M. Short, DDS
Ermelinda Baca, RDH, made a MOTION to accept Application for Retirement for James Short. Dr. Jolynn Galvin, DDS
seconded the motion. Motion passed by unanimous approval.
COMPLAINTS:
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made a MOTION to dismiss the following case(s): 13-43-COM, 13-91-COM, 13-101-COM,
13-103-COM, 13-107-COM, 13-110-COM, 13-111-COM, 13-112-COM, 13-113-COM, 13-116-COM, 13-119-COM,
13-122-COM, 14-01-COM, 14-02-COM, 14-04-COM, 14-07-COM, 14-08-COM, 14-09-COM;
Dr. Jolynn Galvin, DDS SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
12-76-COM
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made a MOTION to refer to the AGO for a Pre-NCA Settlement Agreement for violation of
61-5A-21 A (2) and 16.5.40.10 H with the following terms proposed for early resolution: Respondent’s certification will
be placed on probation for five years; Respondent must immediately report any violations of the law to the Board;
Respondent shall provide the Board with a copy of the Judgment & Sentencing Paperwork from D-0202-CR-2012-02151
and D-0202-CR-2012-02787; Any further DWI convictions within the next five year probationary period will result in
further disciplinary action; Should the Pre-NCA Settlement Agreement fail the AGO may proceed with the issuance of a
Notice of Contemplated Action. Dr. Jolynn Galvin, DDS SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS
APPROVAL.
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13-20-COM
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made a MOTION to refer to the AGO for a Pre-NCA Settlement Agreement for violation of
61-5A-21 A (5) (7) (10), 16.5.16.10 B (13) & (15) with the following terms proposed for early resolution: Respondent
shall pay a fine of $2,000.00 within 30 days of the signed agreement; Respondent shall successfully take and pass the NM
Dental Jurisprudence Examination within 30 days of the signed agreement; Respondent shall complete 8 hours of board
approved CE in the area of Ethics (half of the CE’s may be taken online) within 90 days of the signed agreement.
Continuing education hours cannot be used toward the triennial renewal. Should the Pre-NCA Settlement Agreement fail
the AGO may proceed with the issuance of a Notice of Contemplated Action. Dr. Jolynn Galvin, DDS SECONDED the
motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
13-117-COM
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made a MOTION to refer to AGO for a Pre-NCA Settlement Agreement for violation of 615A-21 A(5) (7) and 16.5.16.10 B (13) (20) with the following terms proposed for early resolution: Respondent shall pay a
fine of $2,000.00 within 30 days of the signed agreement; Respondent shall successfully take and pass the NM Dental
Jurisprudence Examination within 30 days of the signed agreement; Respondent shall complete 8 hours of board approved
CE in the area of Ethics (half of the CE’s may be taken online) within 90 days of the signed agreement. Continuing
education hours cannot be used toward the triennial renewal. In the alternative, the Respondent may surrender his NM
dental license and the complaint will be dismissed by the Board. Should the Pre-NCA Settlement Agreement fail the
AGO may proceed with the issuance of a Notice of Contemplated Action. Dr. Jolynn Galvin, DDS SECONDED the
motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
INCIDENT REPORTS/MALPRACTICE:
Case numbers 13-121-INC, 14-19-INC, 14-22-INC are for informational purposes only.
13-120-MAL
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made a MOTION to refer to AGO for a Pre-NCA Settlement Agreement for violation of 615A-21 A (5) (7) (12), 16.5.16.10 B (19), and 16.5.3.8 with the following terms proposed for early resolution: Respondent
shall pay a fine of $1,000.00 within 30 days of the signed agreement; Respondent shall successfully take and pass the NM
Dental Jurisprudence Examination within 30 days of the signed agreement; The Jurisprudence Exam cannot be used as
CE’s toward the triennial renewal. Should the Pre-NCA Settlement Agreement fail the AGO may proceed with the
issuance of a Notice of Contemplated Action. Dr. Jolynn Galvin, DDS SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by
UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
14-13-INC
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made a MOTION to refer to AGO for a Pre-NCA Settlement Agreement for violation of 615A-21 A (5) (7) (9), 16.5.39.10 A, and 16.5.40.10 A with the following terms proposed for early resolution: Respondent
shall successfully take and pass the NM Dental Jurisprudence Examination within 30 days of the signed agreement;
Respondent shall complete 4 hours of board approved CE in the area of Ethics within 90 days of the signed agreement.
NM Dental Jurisprudence Examination and continuing education hours cannot be used toward the triennial renewal.
Should the Pre-NCA Settlement Agreement fail the AGO may proceed with the issuance of a Notice of Contemplated
Action. Dr. Jolynn Galvin, DDS SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
14-14-INC
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made a MOTION to refer to AGO for a Pre-NCA Settlement Agreement for violation of 615A-21 A (5) (7) (9), 16.5.39.10 A, and 16.5.40.10 A with the following terms proposed for early resolution: Respondent
shall successfully take and pass the NM Dental Jurisprudence Examination within 30 days of the signed agreement;
Respondent shall complete 4 hours of board approved CE in the area of Ethics within 90 days of the signed agreement.
NM Dental Jurisprudence Examination and continuing education hours cannot be used toward the triennial renewal.
Should the Pre-NCA Settlement Agreement fail the AGO may proceed with the issuance of a Notice of Contemplated
Action. Dr. Jolynn Galvin, DDS SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
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DISCUSSION AND BOARD ACTION
11-57-COM (Barbara Heywood-Lewis, DDS)
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made a MOTION to grant a 12 month extension to complete the continuing education hours.
Dr. Jolynn Galvin, DDS SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS APROVAL.
12-120-MAL
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made a MOTION to rescind the Board’s action from the January 25, 2013 Board meeting in
which the Board passed a motion to issue an NCA Dr. Jolynn Galvin, DDS SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED
by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made a MOTION to refer to AGO for a Pre-NCA Settlement Agreement for violation of 615A-21 A (5) (7) (12), 16.5.16.10 B (19), and 16.5.3.8 with the following terms proposed for early resolution: Respondent
shall pay a fine of $1,000.00 within 30 days of the signed agreement; Respondent shall successfully take and pass the NM
Dental Jurisprudence Examination within 30 days of the signed agreement; The Jurisprudence Exam cannot be used as
CE’s toward the triennial renewal. Should the Pre-NCA Settlement Agreement fail the AGO may proceed with the
issuance of a Notice of Contemplated Action. Dr. Jolynn Galvin, DDS SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by
UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
13-73-APP
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made a MOTION to rescind the Board’s action from the July 26, 2013 Board meeting in
which the Board passed a motion to issue an NCA to deny the application. Dr. Jolynn Galvin, DDS SECONDED the
motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
13-73-APP
Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH made a MOTION to grant her application for dental assisting certification. Dr. Jolynn Galvin,
DDS SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
REPORTS
New Mexico Monitored Treatment Quarterly Report
PMP Reports
12. ADJOURNMENT
There being no other business to come before the Dental Board, Dr. Burrell Tucker, DDS made a MOTION to
adjourn the meeting at 3:53 p.m. Ms. Ermelinda Baca, RDH SECONDED the motion. Motion PASSED by
UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
Submitted by:
Roberta Perea, Board Administrator
Approved by: ________________________________________
Dr. Charles Schumacher, DDS
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Date
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Date
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Chair Report: NMBODHC April 2014 Charles Schumacher, DDS
I want to thank of all of the Board and Committee members for their time and efforts to help guide the
dental profession in our state. It is from your time and talents that we will continue to improve the ultimate
charge of this organization, to protect the public and ensure competent dental practice for our citizens. I
especially want to thank the board staff and RLD for doing an amazing job keeping this all together.
As your new chair, I would like to work on a few items to help us in the future. A few may require statute
changes and some are policy and procedural. Some may be wishful thinking, but a good discussion should
help improve our outcomes and help the staff run the organization.
We need to start having an active Statute Committee. The Act sunsets next year and is automatically
repealed July 1, 2016. Here is a short list to work on:
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The specialty language needs to be modified to work around the problem of the specialty exam.
Modify scope to include simple medical screenings that are able to be done easily in a dental office.
These would be tests simply done by auxiliaries that would help aid in diagnosing and treating dental
disease. (glucose, saliva, etc.)
 Modify bleaching definitions and make specific.
 Update sedation definitions to aid in rulemaking.
 Further define the “board of dental health fund”, and its purpose and uses.
 Require reserve funds for legal purposes.
 Modify background checks requirements.
A few other action items:

Get the update on the position from Principal Ins Co that their dental consultants do not require NM
licenses.
 Review sedation and anesthesia guidelines, especially as it pertains to pediatric sedation.
 Discuss CE requirements for CS II sedation (Anesth Committee).
 We need to develop a “crisis management plan”. Several states have this in place, especially OK, with
their Hep C case that occurred last year. Along with communication guidelines in talking with the
media, one spokesperson should be designated to be the contact person.
 We need to find ways of proper communication with all licensees, preferably by email. Messages for
crises, and updated rules would enhance our efficiency and may help reduce future complaints. A
quarterly board update would be nice to get info to the licensees.
 How we communicate to the public, the media, and the licensees needs to be defined.
 Provide food and drinks to Hearing Officers.
 Continue working in Rules Committee.
I think we have a great team, and I believe we can accomplish many things over the next couple of years.
With your help and hard work, we will be able to achieve our goals.
I attended the Mid-Year AADB meeting on Apr 6-7 in Chicago and have a full report in the meeting packet.
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Remember to contact other members of the board, please go through Roberta so that we stay within the
rules of the Open Meetings Act. If you ever have any ideas for me during the times between our quarterly
meetings, please let me know.
Thanks again for all you do.
CS
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(Attachment B)
14 April 2014
Anesthesia Committee Report to The New Mexico State Board of Dental Health Care:
1.
A meeting of the Anesthesia Committee was held on 14 April 2014 at the office of Dr. John C.
Mitchell in Albuquerque.
2. Members present:
a. John Mitchell, chairman
b. Gary Cutrell
c. Aaron Rasmussen (by phone)
d. Joy Trigo (by phone)
e. Wai Pong Ng
f. L. Paul Balderamos (by phone)
g. Ray Lyons
3. Members absent
a. Robert Gherardi
b. Jason Flores
4. The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved.
5. Assignments were made for members of the Anesthesia Committee for completion of office
anesthesia evaluations which are pending.
6. A big Welcome to our most recently appointed committee member, Dr. L. Paul Balderamos
7. A discussion was held about the possibility of amending the requirements for facilities “hosting” at
large anesthesia providers (physician anesthesiologist, dental anesthesiologist or CRNA). No changes
to current regulations are recommended.
8. There was a discussion about the possibility of amending/creating a list of sedative agents which can
be used by CSII permit holders such that induction agents (e.g. Propofol) could be used only by DS/GA
permit holders. It was, in fact, unanimous agreement that the Board consider stipulating that
induction agents (such as ketamine, propofol, methohexital, etc) be excluded from the sedative drug
regimens of all permit holders except those with DS/GA permits.
9. Adjournment.
Permits recommended for approval since last committee meeting:
A. Nitrous Oxide/ Oxygen
a. Anne Harrison
b. David Flack
c. Hunaman Gade
d. Holly Lindsay
e. Kerry Tramontanas
f. Michael Seo
g. Petra Mayer
h. Rebecca Misner
Albuquerque
Rio Rancho
Amarillo, TX
Rio Rancho
Santa Fe
Lubbock, TX
Albuquerque
Santa Fe
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i.
j.
Robert Chavez
Taipul McCarthy
Albuquerque
Alamagordo
a.
b.
c.
d.
Christopher Patterson
Lucy Komorowski
Peter Hayes
Todd Parco
Santa Fe (2nd Location)
Farmington
Las Cruces
Las Cruces
Permanent (Initial)
Permanent (Initial)
Permanent (Renewal)
Permanent (Initial)
Santa Fe
Gallup
Hobbs
Temporary (Initial)
Permanent (initial-Facility only)
Temporary (Initial)
Santa Fe
Farmington
Albuquerque
Permanent (Renewal)
Permanent (initial-Facility only))
Failed
Cottonwood Smiles
Modern Dentists
Zia Road
Zaragosa Rd.
Albuquerque
Las Cruces
Permanent (Initial-facility only)
Permanent (Initial-facility only)
Permanent (Renewal)
Permanent (Initial-facility only)
Permanent (Initial)
Permanent (Renewal)
Gallup
Albuquerque
Kirtland
Las Vegas
Albuquerque
Albuquerque
Initial
Initial
Initial
Renewal
Renewal
Initial
B. CSI:
C.
CSII
a. Haley Ritchey
b. Michael King
c. Venkata Nalla
D. DS/GA
None
Office Anesthesia Evaluations Completed
A. CSII
a. L. Paul Balderamos
b. Todd Wahlin
c. Clark Brinton
B. DS/GA
a. Jeffry Wheaton
i. Albuquerque
ii. Albuquerque
iii. Santa Fe
iv. Santa Fe
b. Mark Conover
c. Nathan Dickerson
Office Anesthesia Evaluations Pending:
A. CSII
a. Ryan Ullibari
b. Kevin Harrison
c. Jared Southwell
d. Raymond Collins
e. Robert Belfon
f. Anne Scott
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g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
Clark Brinton
Jon Wagner
Haley Ritchie
Jacob Rogers
Venkata Nalla
Albuquerque
Santa Fe
Santa Fe
Albuquerque
Hobbs
Re-evaluation
Initial
Initial
Initial-Facility only
Initial
B. DS/GA
a. Frieder, Dennis
b. Kristopher Smith
c. Sean Healy
i. Santa Fe
ii. Taos
iii. Los Alamos
2 locations in Albuquerque Facility Eval Only
Santa Fe
Initial
Initial
Initial-Facility only
Initial-Facility only
John C. Mitchell DDS
Chairman of Anesthesia Committee
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NMDHA Report to the Dental Hygienists’ Committee
April 25, 2014, 9:00 am, Toney Anaya Building, Santa Fe, NM
Update on happenings within the Dental Hygienists community:
Albuquerque Day just concluded with good attendance and great CE courses, sponsored by HDDHS.
NMDHA participated as judges for PMI Table Clinics on April 7, 2014.
NM Legislative session recently concluded without the successful passage of the Dental Therapist bill.
The next public hearing for Albuquerque water fluoridation is April 9, 2014 NMDHA is participating in the
campaign advocating for fluoridation through the NM Oral Health Advisory Council.
UNM Table Clinics will be held on April 17, 2014 at UNM
NMDHA Midyear CE and General Membership Meeting will be held April 25, 2014, offering OSHA and CPR
traning.
May 1, 2014 HDDHS Elections/Business Mtg/2CE’s/Salsa Cook-off “Basic Spanish Terminology for
the Dental Professional”. At the UNM Domenici Center 6-8:30pm.
May 8, 2014 Dona Ana Community College Graduation
May 10, 2014 SJCC Graduation
May 16, 2014 NMDHA is sponsoring a Laser CE course.
UNM Graduation is May 17, 2014 at Popejoy Hall
NMDHA is continually updating the web site with current information on upcoming events.
NMDHA will participate this year in District IX meetings via web access to see if this is the way of the future
for the tri state meetings.
June 18-24, 2014 ADHA CLL at the 91st Annual Session, Caesars Palace Las Vegas, NV.
NMDHA MISSION STATEMENT
To represent dental hygienists in continuing to improve the oral health of our community by
being innovative in increasing access to oral healthcare.
VISION STATEMENT
To elevate the dental hygiene profession by promoting education, expanding the opportunities for practice,
and enhancing access to quality oral healthcare.
Mary Kaye Vigil, RDH, BSDH
NMDHA President
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Pima Medical Institute
Dental Hygiene Program
Report to the New Mexico Board of Dental Health Care & Dental Hygiene Committee
April 25, 2014
Current Demographics of Cohorts: The current census of the two cohorts enrolled in the Dental Hygiene
Program reflects the following statistics:
There are currently 54 active students enrolled in the program. Cohort 3 has 24 students and Cohort 4
has 30 students. Cohort 4 started March 24, 2014
Graduating Class/Class of 2014:
Pima Medical Institute recently graduated its second cohort on March 14, 2014
Graduation Rate, Exam Pass Rate, and Employment Rate
o Program Completion/Graduation Rate = 21/30; 70%
o National Exam Pass Rate = in process; graduates currently testing
o WREB Local Anesthesia Exam Pass Rate = 21/21; 100% (first attempt)
o CRDTS Clinical Exam Pass Rate = scheduled to occur 4/4/14- 4/6/14
o Employment Rates= pending completion of boards and licensure
Community Outreach/Clinical Activities:
Students are currently raising funds to allow them participate in the upcoming New Mexico Mission of Mercy
Project to be held in Rio Rancho on October 24 and 25
Community/Professional Activities:
Cohort 2 presented their table clinic presentations on March 7, 2014. The Program applied and received
approval for continuing education credit by the New Mexico Board of Dental Health Care. The event was
held at the North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center and was sponsored by Henry Schien. Forty one
dental professional attended the event and received continuing education credits.
Dental Hygiene faculty will present an advanced dental hygiene instrumentation continuing education course
hosted by High Desert Dental Hygienists’ Society on April 24, 2014 at Pima Medical Institute.
Regulatory Affairs:
The Program submitted a report of change to the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) that was
considered at the January 29, 2014 meeting. The Commission granted the proposed change that increases
the length o f the program from 84.5 to 86.5 credit hours and degree awarded from an Associate of
Occupational Science (AOS) to an Associate of Applied Science (AAS). The Program has further received
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approval from the intuitional accrediting agency: Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)
and is awaiting final approval from the New Mexico Higher Education Department.
In closing, Pima Medical Institute’s Albuquerque Dental Hygiene Program is proud of our accomplishments
thus far and looks forward to continuing the development of future dental hygienists.
Respectfully Submitted,
Melissa (Missy) McDougal-Pleše, RDH, MS
Dental Hygiene Program Director
Pima Medical Institute- Albuquerque Campus
4400 Cutler Avenue, NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
mplese@pmi.edu
(505) 881-1234
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To: New Mexico Board of Dental Health Care and the Dental Hygiene Committee
From: Carol Hanson, RDH, BSDH, MPH
NM Dental Support Center (NMDSC) Coordinator
New Mexico DOH/PHD/HSB/OPCRH
300 San Mateo NE, Suite 900
Albuquerque, NM 87108
505-222-8685
carol.hanson@state.nm.us
Date: March 28, 2014
 In partnership with the NMPCA: developed and disseminated January,
February, and March 2014 Provider Newsletters; planned and participated in
January 17, 2014 NMPCA/NMDSC Provider Meeting—a total of 21 attended;
planned April 4, 2014 Provider Meeting
 Maintained and updated NMDSC Provider and Educator databases and
distribution lists
 Provided technical assistance (including providing dental sealants) for network
dental providers and educators
 Disseminated information on continuing education and other pertinent
information to network dental providers and educators
 Participated in Santa Fe Oral Health Coalition Children’s Oral Health Month
Planning on January 13, 2014
 Attended NM Oral Health Advisory Council Meetings on January 17 and March
14, 2014
 Attended NM Healthy Aging Collaborative Executive Committee Meetings on
January, 23 and March 17, 2014
 Attended NM Board of Dental Health Care & Dental Hygienists’ Committee
Meetings on January 24, 2014
 Participated in New Mexico Health Resources 2014 Retreat Planning Committee
Meetings on January 27 and February 10, 2014
 Coordinated and facilitated January 28, 2014 Dental Educator Consortium
conference call. Four attended from Dona Ana DH & DA Programs.
Transcribed meeting minutes and disseminated to network dental educators
 Participated in Youth Development Inc. Health Services Advisory Meeting on
January 29, 2014
 Participated in Santa Fe High School Career Day on January 30, 2014
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 Attended the Early Childhood Community Resources Focus Group on February
20, 2014
 Attended the UNM DH Advisory Committee Meeting February 21, 2014
 Attended NM Head Start Association Meeting. Was appointed to the Board of
Directors.
 Operated an exhibit booth at the NM Association for the Education of Young
Children on March 1, 2014
 Participated in NM Chronic Disease Prevention Council Meeting March 18,
2014.
 Participated in the Head Start Region VI Conference Planning Committee
Meeting on March 20, 2014
The Office of Oral Health and the Santa Fe Oral Health Coalition had a successful
Children’s Oral Health Month! Following Governor Susana Martinez proclamation
stating February 2014 as “Children’s Oral Health Month”, Espanola Mayor Lorraine
Lucero made the official proclamation as well. DOH Cabinet Secretary Retta Ward
participated in a Dental Sealant Clinic at Nava Elementary School in Santa Fe, while
Public Health Division Deputy Director Cathy Rocke participated in a Santa Fe Head
Start Fluoride Varnish Clinic. Other activities included: promoting dental careers at
Santa Fe High School Career Day, conducting oral health exams at the United Way
Center and appearing in the 2014 Health and Wellness Directory for the Santa Fe New
Mexican newspaper regarding United Way of Santa Fe Preparing Children for Success
Program, conducting an “Oral Health Poster” contest for the Santa Fe County Head
Start Programs, addressing oral health issues on Radio Station KSUAVE, and
addressing the Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Authority in support of reinstating community water fluoridation. OOH staff provided: dental sealants for over
540 elementary school children, fluoride varnish applications for over 76 pre-school
children, and oral health education for over 375 children, Head Start parents, and other
adults during the month of February.
Respectfully Submitted,
Carol Hanson
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AADB Mid-Year Meeting Report
The meeting was held at ADA headquarters in Chicago on April 6-7, 2014. The current AADB president, Dr.
Mark Christensen from Utah delivered opening remarks and reminded the attendees of some of the benefits
of membership:
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AADB website has all 50 of the states’ Dental Practice Acts for review.
Yearly Boards Clearinghouse publication, notifying of what all state boards are facing and doing.
ASP- Assessment Services Program, which helps boards to deal with dentists not fitting into normal
protocols and behavior, consisting of two parts:
o D-PREP- Dentists Professional Review and Evaluation Program offers service to assess skills,
judgment and knowledge of dentists and provide remediation solutions as needed.
o Expert Review Assessment- provides expert witnesses as needed.
One item the AADB is reviewing is a type of assessment before any discipline is taken and offering
remediation to act on those willing to help themselves improve skills and knowledge.
A large time was spent on the subject of anesthesia and future changes in the ADA guidelines. Highlights:

ADA policies are for patients 13 years old and over, and they refer to the AAPD guidelines for younger
patients.
 Capnography (CO2 monitoring), will most likely be recommended soon for moderate to deep
sedation.
 ADA has courses for maintaining competency, part 1 online, and part 2 hands-on with human
simulator.
 Maintenance of competency is big buzz phrase- need to keep up with current CE, possibly 4 hours on
the subject every 2 years.
 Problems most associated with medical issues, especially obese and sleep apnea patients.
 We will need to update our Rules to coincide with new guidelines once they are published.
Botox/Dermal Fillers were a subject, and most states’ allow this as being under the scope of dentists.
The ADA President, Dr. Charles Norman made a few comments. One was that we may increase the scope of
dentistry to include medical screenings such as diabetes, etc. Also, he said to expect more complaints as
dental consumers are seeking more services for less money. They are seeing multiple providers, and not
developing long term relationships with patients. The NC case about bleaching and the FTC ruling allowing
kiosks boils down to states jurisdiction versus federal jurisdiction over individual state law. The US Supreme
Court is to hear arguments in October.
Another topic was Health Information Exchange, i.e., electronic health records. It was presented at the end
of the day, and it was hard to listen, but expect more changes and confusion on this subject, especially since
the main issues are how to protect patient confidentiality and the costs.
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OSAP, the Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention did a presentation of their services and they
provide a checklist for mobile van units, of which I will send the link to the board office, and they can forward
to the NMDOH.
DOCS, the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation, is allowing board members to audit their courses,
especially the pediatric sedation. CO and KY have good statutes on anesthesia; I will get a copy of each for
our review.
Colorado has a unique issue-now that marijuana is legal, they are getting applications for dentists and
hygienists that have been in trouble in other states for such use. Hmmm, one of those “unintended
consequences” things!
Oklahoma’s board attorney was there to recommend a crisis management document for boards. More on
that in my Pres report.
It was stressed that we need to inform patients that file complaints, that private health information will be
exposed to the board and to the public due to open meetings acts.
Many state boards are struggling with keeping their licensees aware of changes to rules and regulations.
The ADA will have applications once again for recognition of Implants and Dental Anesthesia as specialty
status.
AK has dropped specialty licenses. TX does not have such a license or specialty statute, but now is in a
lawsuit from a dentist saying that he has a 1st Amendment right to call himself a specialist…another
consideration for our statute revision.
Charles Schumacher, DDS
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NEW MEXICO DENTAL HYGIENISTS COMMITTEE
WREB REPORT (HERB)
SUBMITTED BY: ERMELINDA BACA, RDH
APRIL 25, 2014
The Hygiene Exam Review Board met on March 21, 2014 in Phoenix, AZ.
UPDATES:
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WREB HAS NOT RAISED EXAM FEES IN 5 YEARS
NEVADA JOINED WREB IN JULY, 2014
THERE ARE 18 MEMBER STATES IN WREB
38 STATES ACCEPT WREB EXAMS
THE DENTAL PORTFOLIO EXAM WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN CALIFORNIA IN 2014 AND HYGIENE IS
CONSIDERING DEVELOPING A PORTFOLIO EXAM AS WELL.
 ADEX HAS MADE THE PERIO PORTION IN THEIR DENTAL EXAM OPTIONAL.
 CITA AND SERTA WILL ADMINISTER ADEX IN 2014.
 CALIFORNIA NOW ACCEPTS CRDTS AS WELL.
 WREB DENTAL HYGIENE NOW HAS ONLINE RADIOGRAPHIC CALIBRATION.
 LOOKING AT CONVERTING THE LOCAL ANESTHESIA WRIITEN EXAM FROM MULTIPLE CHOICE TO A
CASE BASED EXAM.
 EXPENSWIRE IS NOW IMPLEMENTED.
 REORGANIZING ACCOUNTING FUNTIONS TO BE MORE EFFICIIENT AND ACCURATE.
 HYGIENE COMMITTEE DEVELOPING AND ELECTRONIC HYGIENE TYPODONT CALIBRATION.
 HYGIENE COMMITTEE DEVELOPING SECURE MOBILE REMOTE TESTING FOR THE POC EXAM.
 CONVERTING TO ONLINE SURVEYS FOR ALL POST-EXAM EVLAUATIONS.
 DEVELOPING AN ADVOCACY COMMITTEE TO CARRY WREB'S MESSAGE TO EXTERNAL
CONSTITUENTS.
 DENTAL HYGIENE EXAM CANDIDATES WILL NO LONGER BE ALLOWED TO ADMINISTER LOCAL
ANESTHESIA PRIOR TO CHECK IN.(MORE PATIENT FRIENDLY, EVEN PLAYING FIELD, IMPROVE EXAM
FLOW)
PSYCOMETRIC UPDATES
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PASS RATES--DENTAL HYGIENE EXAM 82%, LOCAL ANESTHESIA-79%, RESTORATIVE 68%
(FIRST ATTEMPTS)
 (RETAKE PASS RATES) DENTAL HYGIENE-95%, LOCAL ANESTHESIA-93%, RESTORATIVE -81%
 RESTORATIVE EXAM NOW WILL REQUIRE REMEDIATION AFTER 2 UNSUCCESSFUL ATTEMPTS DUE TO
THE FAILURE RATE.
 NO STATISTICAL DIFFERENCES BETWEEN EFDA AND DENTAL HYGIENISTS
 EXAMINER AGREEMENT-CONSISTANT EXAM SITE AVERAGES EVERY YEAR-88% CALIBRATION
POSSIBLE FUTURE DENTAL HYGIENE EXAM MODIFICATIONS
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CUT DOWN ON CHECK IN TIME TO INCREASE TREATMENT TIME
PATIENT CRITERIA-ACCEPTABLE PATIENTS WILL BE ASA 1-3. ASA 3 REQUIRING MEDICAL CLEARANCE
EIO VIDEO IN THE PROCESS OF CARE EXAM WILL BE MORE CASE BASED PRESENTATIONS
POC TEST SPECIFICATIONS MAY CHANGE TO 20% HEALTH RISK, EIO; 35% PERIO ASSESSMENT, 25%
DH CARE PLAN DEVELOPMENT AND 20% OUTCOMES EVALUATION
 MAY CHANGE REMEDATION/RETAKE POLICIES FOR THE LOCAL ANESTHSIA EXAM SEPERATE
REMEDIATION REQUIREMETS FOR THE WRITTEN AND CLINICAL NOT COMBINE
RESTORATIVE: (2016) WILL BE USING ACUDENTAL PREFORMED PREPS. THIS WILL ALLOW FOR MORE
CONSISTANT PREPS AT ALL EXAMS, WILL ALLOW TO CHECK THE CCLUSION, BETTER EMBRASURE SPACE TO
MIMIC REAL LIFE, MANUFACTURED IN THE US, WILL REDUCE COST, BETTER REPLICATION OF HUMAN
DENTITION, WILL ELIMINATE THE CHECK IN PROCESS, WILL REDUCE SET UP TIME, AND WILL REDUCE
CANDIDATE ANXIETY OVER PREP ACCEPTANCE.
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REPORT
The New Mexico Prescription Drug Misuse and Overdose Prevention and Pain Management Advisory
Council met on March 7, 2014 in Albuquerque.
The focus of the meeting was Medicaid coverage of Naloxone Rescue Kits.
New Mexico will be the first state in the nation to have such a program, and many other States are
watching how this will play out.
By mid-April a Naloxone Rescue Kit should be available by prescription in any New Mexico pharmacy and
the kit will be covered by Medicaid. The product will be billed as a medical claim, similar to an
immunization product. Medicaid Based Insurance Plans (BCBS, Molina, Presbyterian and United Health
Care) indicate that they will reimburse pharmacies for the service (cost of drug product, training/advising
the patient/user and cost of atomizer device). It is expected that non Medicaid Plans will follow these
guidelines.
The Advisory Council would like feedback from the Board of Dental Health Care on Prescribing, CoPrescribing and Integration of this Naloxone Rescue Kit in the practice of Dentistry.
Based on the above and careful evaluation I can suggest 3 ways that that this Kit could be used in
Dentistry. If anyone has ideas and input...please bring it forward.
1. Dentists who hold Nitrous Oxide, Conscious Sedation or General Anesthesia privileges MUST have the
device. The rational is that this is a quick and simple reversal mechanism for a patient who may be
experiencing overdose in the sedation setting.
2.
It is RECOMMENED that Dentists have this device as a part of their office Emergency Kit.
The rational is that the device can be used in a non-invasive and quick fashion for patients suspected of
being in overdose.
3.
Dentists should use PROFESSIONAL JUDGEMENT regarding PRESCRIBING or CO-
PRESCRIBING this device to their ACUTE or CHRONIC pain patients. The rational is that a one time dosed
patient is different than a maintenance dosed patient and that many factors play into the decision to
prescribe narcotics.
The NMBDHC should evaluate these developments and offer suggestions at our April25 ,2014 meeting in
Santa Fe. The NMBDHC's suggestions can then be communicated to the Prescription Drug Advisory Council.
Respectfully Submitted,
L. Paul Balderamos DDS, MS, FACP
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EFDA – Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary
UPDATE REPORT
Quality Health Management is delighted to have the opportunity to provide NMEFDA the courses
for the New Mexico EFDA.
Participants are required to complete the following courses:
 Dental Anatomy – 6 hours
 Dental Materials – 6 hours
 Restorative Dentistry (hands on) – 10 hours
We have prepared a training program that not only provides a participant with program
requirements, but also, a potential of completing 22 continuing education credits. This is a “winwin” situation for participants. QHM is an ADA CERP Provider.
FIRST GROUP ( 2 participants from Grants, NM & 1 from Portales)
May 25, 2013 – Dental Anatomy
August 17, 2013 – Dental Materials
December 14 – Restorative Dentistry
SECOND GROUP (8 participants in Las Cruces, NM)
August 9, 2013 – Dental Anatomy
August 10, 2013 – Dental Materials
January 10 & 11, 2013 – Restorative Dentistry
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THIRD GROUP (7 participants in Albuquerque)
February 28, 2014 – Dental Anatomy
March 22, 2014 – Dental Materials
May 16 & 17, 2014 – Restorative Dentistry
QHM is experiencing great interest in the EFDA classes however, many of the individuals DO NOT
have the initial expanded functions of Dental Radiography, Coronal Polishing, Topical Fluoride, Pit
& Fissure Sealant or the 5 years of work experience to move them towards the EDFA courses.
QHM provided: Coronal & Topical Fluoride course on December 7, 2013
Pit & Fissure Sealant course on December 20, 2013
QHM scheduled courses: Coronal & Topical Fluoride on March 14, 2014
Pit & Fissure Sealant on March 15, 2014
The Dental Radiography courses are held every 1st Saturday of the month
Several participants in these courses are working hard to complete the initial phase of expanded
functions courses in preparation for the EFDA courses
QHM is forwarding the information to the following NM dental community groups.
Utilizing the following methods:
 QHM web site (see attached copy)
 Eastern District Dental Meeting in Ruidoso – February 7th & 8th
 Albuquerque Dental Society – February 11th
 Santa Fe District Dental Society – February 20th
Planned presentations to:
Primary Care Providers Meeting – April 4, 2014
Future meetings:
Indian Albuquerque Area Clinic
Northern Pueblo Clinics
Ben Archer Health Clinics in southern NM
NMDA Annual Session – June 13, 2014
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Ruidoso Dental Hygiene group
Presbyterian Medical Services – Dental Clinics
University of New Mexico Dental Clinics
In order to defray some of the course expenses and supply costs, we have established a valuable
linkage with the NM Workforce Connections, (Gayle Romeo), Customized Training – Employed
worker training Program-PY2013, (See Attached Description). These funds can serve as a huge
resource for participants and their employers.
The Community Health Resource component is available for participants after they have completed
the initial EFDA training and licensure. We have not had many individuals indicate an interest. We
see this component as necessary to the overall success of the dental program. Since this program
takes much work in forming community linkages, we believe funding is going to be necessary to the
overall success to cover travel, training and development of community and clinical linkages.
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(Attachment J)
April 25, 2014
RE: Dental Therapist Report
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Dental Therapist Legislation Update
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CODA Dental Therapist proposed Standards Update
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Request to Formally Present to Board & Committee, Meeting with Board & Committee
Chairs
Dear NM Dental Board and Hygienist Committee Members,
We are pleased to report that on Feb. 19, HB 306/SB76 the Dental Therapist-Hygienist Licensure Bill
was brought to the House floor for consideration by bill sponsor Rep. Dennis Roch (R). HB 306 passed
unanimously through the House Health Government & Indian Affairs Committee, and by a vote of 12-4,
by the House Judiciary Committee. This is the first time the bill has been brought to the House floor.
In addition, Governor Susana Martinez included HB 306/SB 76 on her “message” or call of bills that she
felt worthy of consideration during the 2014 legislative session. Sen. Benny Shendo (D) brought SB 76 to
the Senate Public Affairs Committee for consideration during the session as well.Unfortunately, time
ran short to move our bill past the house floor. However we will be bringing the legislation again in 2015
at the encouragement and request of many legislators, NM communities, medical and dental providers
and organizations across NM.
HB 306/SB 76 remains and will likely remain in our 2015 legislation a bill that:
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Includes dental therapists (DTs) as a part of New Mexico’s dental team, expanding the reach of
NM dentists to underserved communities.
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Includes in a DTs scope of practice a range of routine treatment and restorative care services as
well as prevention and education services under the off-site supervision of a dentist.
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These proven, high-quality, billable services provided by DTs in the United States make DTs a
cost-effective, and proven financially viable workforce model even when only serving underserved
patients.
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Is a dental hygiene-based model so that all DTs would be dually licensed and could practice as
dental therapists and as hygienists.
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Includes a pathway for hygienists who with a minimum additional year of education and
training to become DTs.
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Allows for NM institutions of higher education to train and educate DTs.
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Is a community-based model, so that DTs who come from and/or desire to serve underserved
NM communities are nominated to attend DT training and education programs by underserved
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communities. As students and practitioners, DTs will reflect the culture and background of our NM
communities serving these communities.
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Regulates DT licensure and practice.
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DT licensure and practice is regulated jointly by the sitting members of the NM Dental Board
and Hygienist Committee, and one dental therapist expert/NM licensed DT similar to how collaborative
practice dental hygienists are currently regulated.
Update on Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) Proposed Standards for Dental Therapist
Education Programs CODA continues to move forward with proposed standards for dental therapist
education programs. This second round of proposed standards is very similar to the dental therapist
model we have proposed here in NM. The CODA proposed standards:
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Allow for DTs to be trained at community colleges receiving associates level degrees. (The
proposed standards do not require that DT education programs be bachelor’s or master’s level degree
or length of programs.)
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Allow for dental hygienists to have an abbreviated pathway to be trained and educated to
practice
as DTs.
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Do not require that “diagnosis” can only be included in a dentists’ scope of practice.
Request to Formally Present and Meet with Board and Committee Chairs
We were very disappointed to learn that the board and committee decided to rescind their invitation for
us to formally present to the board and committee at the April 25, 2014 meeting.The purpose of our
formal presentation is to provide the board, committee and staff with more information on dental
therapist education, licensure and practice, as well as provide detailed information on our NM dental
therapist legislation and answer any questions board, committee and staff may have.During the
presentation we would also welcome the input of the board and committee members to improve our
proposal so that it best serves NM underserved communities and works well within the board and
committee structure. Given the role that the board and committee will play in the regulation and
licensing of dental therapists it would seem critical for the board and committee members to more fully
understand dental therapist practice and the dental therapist legislation well in advance of passage of
the legislation and before promulgating regulations.
We therefore respectfully request that we again be invited and allowed to formally present to the board
and committee within the year.In the meantime, we would welcome the opportunity to meet this summer
with the chairs of the board and committee and staff to provide information about dental therapists, our
NM dental therapist legislation, answer your questions and certainly to obtain your suggestions on
improving our legislation. Please let us know within the next month what dates and times you would be
available to meet.Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely,
Pamela K. Blackwell, JDProject Director, Oral Health Access Health Action New Mexico
Pamela@HealthActionNM.org 505.508.2768
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