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Dead Man Running

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A missing tourist, a US-wide manhunt and the story of how a local celebrity became a fugitive after his dark past begins to catch up with him. Dead Man Running is produced by Myles Bonnar and Calum McKay. Audio Editing, Sound Design, and Mixing by Gav Murchie. The series’ producers are Mark Daly and Jack Kibble-White. Original score composed by Callan Marchetti. Research by Ricki Cooper, Katie McEvinney and Marisha Currie. Location recording by Myles Bonnar, Calum McKay and Steven Donnelly. ...
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Dentists face numerous regulatory and liability issues, and keeping up with them can be daunting at best and career ending at worst. Join host Duane Tinker (AKA "The Toothcop") as he tackles these critical issues, offering valuable insights and easier solutions to apply at your dental practice.
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Behind the Creator is a frank and open-discussion podcast with successful creators, NoCoders and entrepreneurs. We speak to those selling products, time and expertise in a global market, asking them how they got to where they are now and where they are headed. We chat with solopreneurs building a business and growing a platform in an increasingly connected world. And we talk to industry influencers and stalwarts to hear about the future of the creator economy. Brought to you by the creators ...
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In this episode of Talking with the Toothcop, Duane Tinker walks you through an actual corporate integrity agreement (CIA) involving a pediatric dental practice. Discover the critical elements of a CIA, including compliance programs, training, claims review, and overpayment reporting. This is crucial information to learn how to navigate CIAs and pr…
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In this episode of Talking with the Toothcop, we dive deeper into corporate integrity agreements (CIAs) and discuss the OIG’s Focus on Compliance roundtable. If you participate with Medicare or Medicaid, this is crucial information. Learn the importance of a code of conduct, board involvement, and internal audits. Discover how to maintain a low err…
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In this episode of Talking with the Toothcop, we kick off a series on corporate integrity agreements (CIAs) and the importance of compliance programs. Learn what exactly a CIA entails, why you need a compliance program, and how it can protect your practice. Connect with Duane Tinker on LinkedIn and explore Dental Compliance Specialists, your truste…
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Don't miss this insightful conversation with Duane Tinker and Sophia Dunkley, a practice management coach specializing in case acceptance. In this episode, Sophia shares her journey to becoming a consultant, highlighting the crucial role of case acceptance in dental practices. She talks about the importance of trust, communication, and her strategi…
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In this episode, Duane Tinker talks with Linda Kane of Zeroed-In Dental Solutions to explore the secrets of transforming dental offices and winning patients who stay, pay, and refer. Linda, a seasoned expert in dental billing and consulting, shares her journey from front office roles to becoming a renowned consultant and trainer in the industry. Se…
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In this "Behind the Creator" episode, Daniel sits down with the incredibly insightful Chris James. Chris's journey from agency sales rep to creator, sales consultant and community builder is fascinating and full of learning opportunities. Together, they explore the real challenges of scaling a business, breaking down how small issues can balloon as…
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In this episode of Talking with the Toothcop, Duane Tinker provides crucial compliance reminders for your dental practice. Are you aware of OSHA's stepped-up enforcement? Are your social media posts compliant? We cover these topics and more, including the importance of patient selection and creating a safe work culture. Connect with Duane Tinker on…
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In this episode of Talking with the Toothcop, Duane Tinker discusses the seven essential elements of a compliance program that you can't ignore to protect your dental practice. Learn how to comply with federal guidelines and avoid severe penalties under the False Claims Act. Connect with Duane Tinker on LinkedIn and explore Dental Compliance Specia…
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Erica Schneider's journey from in-house content lead to entrepreneur provides a roadmap for aspiring creators and established professionals alike. Her candid reflections, innovative content strategies, and no-nonsense advice offer a refreshing perspective on navigating the intricacies of personal branding and digital entrepreneurship. Quitting a fu…
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In this episode of Talking with the Toothcop, Duane Tinker chats with Elijah Desmond, also known as DJ Smiles. Elijah is a dynamic entrepreneur and motivational speaker in the world of dentistry. His journey from dental hygiene to creating innovative and engaging dental events is truly inspiring. Elijah shares his path to success, the inspiration b…
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When you're the fractional CMO for some 60 businesses (soon to be 100), you must have your finger on the pulse of technology developments and the power of AI. As an accomplished content creator, executive producer, TEDx speaker, award-winning marketer and brand expert, Kyle Kane is certainly all of that. Having delivered creative campaigns for some…
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In this episode of "Talking with the Toothcop," Duane talks with Dr. Matthew Norton, founder of People Plus Purpose, to discuss the transformative power of understanding and leveraging your team's strengths. Dr. Norton shares his tips on team coaching and leadership, including his "core 4" assessments that help boost team productivity and success. …
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In this episode of Talking with the Toothcop, Duane Tinker chats with Dr. Heather Dawn Lawson Myers, a practicing dentist in Jamaica and the founder of Dental Assisting Made Easy (DAME). Discover the importance of proper dental assisting training and how Dr. Lawson Myers' online platform is filling the gap in dental assistant education. From basic …
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In this episode of Behind The Creator, we welcome Barry O’Reilly, a forward-thinking and opportunistic entrepreneur and author. Known for his significant contributions to agile development and his revolutionary approach at Nobody Studios, Barry shares his fascinating career trajectory from his early days in the tech scene of the dot-com boom and hi…
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In our third episode, we spoke to Darran Pallatina, the LinkedIn profile optimization expert and self-styled Pink Gangster. We talked about the secrets of building a profile that converts, including SEO, featured content, banners and more. We dove into the Social Creator Project and the gargantuan effort that went into bringing 9 experts together f…
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Join Duane Tinker as he welcomes Leah Roling, an acclaimed life coach and celebrated author of "Shift" and "Nobody's Coming to Save You." Specializing in dental professionals' growth and success, Leah shares transformative insights aimed at enhancing both personal and professional realms. Embracing the Platinum Rule with Leah Roling: Discover the t…
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In our second episode, we spoke to author, philanthropist, UX designer, and philosopher Ilan Dray. We talked about his upbringing and how the shock of moving from Haifa to Paris at the age of 6 paved the way for 'Fusion Experience', his insightful new take on how businesses should function across every department. Expect to hear advice and guidance…
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In our first episode, we spoke to content expert, SEO consultant, and now SaaS business owner, Tim Hanson. We explored his journey to consultancy, why he was always destined to work for himself, how he thrived through the pandemic, and why now running a SaaS business 'just makes sense'. Expect to hear advice and guidance on: How to build an audienc…
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Clinical Recordkeeping for Dental Assistants for Nifty Thrifty Dentists Group 🦷 The importance of proper documentation and compliance in dental practices: Learn from Dwayne Tinker, former police officer for the Texas Dental Board, as he shares insights on #DentalCompliance and record-keeping. Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Proper notations for medications and …
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Amanda Hill RDH, BSDH has been a dental hygienist for over 26 years. When she took her annual infection control training in 2017, the speaker covered waterlines. She never knew that she had to do more than flush her waterlines. No one else in her dental office knew that they were supposed to do more. Her practice failed their first water test, badl…
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Without question, the Covid pandemic had a large impact on the healthcare field. It highlighted monstrous changes that needed to occur in the infection control space. MCS put its resources into investigating standards of care in infection control. MCS came out with some new technologies that will transform the world of infection control. Paul Sauer…
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Have you heard of the federally implemented “No Surprises Act?” Were you aware that it applies to dentists? The No Surprises Act protects uninsured and self-pay patients from receiving surprise medical bills. So what does that mean for your practice? Find out in this episode of Talking with the Toothcop! How the “No Surprises Act” applies to dentis…
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Everyone needs a compliance program tailored to the needs of their practice. Justin Withrow jumps in when a compliance program is absent and things go horribly wrong. Perhaps a client was employing an individual that's excluded from participation in the Federal Healthcare Program that should have been caught. There is a multitude of things that cou…
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When you’re in the midst of a busy day in your dental office, the details are the things that you typically let slide, right? But in the dental business, it’s the details that keep you on track and it’s the details that protect your office from huge fines and your Doctor from losing her licenses. This episode highlights some of the things I’ve seen…
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During the 4th Quarter of 2021 we saw a lot of enforcement activity, from the agencies that are announcing their fraud enforcement efforts to insurance companies that are initiating audits, etc. So whatever you’re involved with (Medicare, Medicaid, Indian Health Services, etc.), be sure you have an audit process in place that includes good records …
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I started the Talking with the Toothcop podcast in December 2017. Andrea has been with me since early 2019. We love doing this podcast together. Sadly, it’s time for us to hit the pause button. We will be back—I promise! But we have a lot on our plates right now and it makes sense to pull back temporarily. If this podcast has been rewarding and edu…
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I work with dental offices and do a lot of dental inspections/consults. I help people identify what they need to do differently. We talk through OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, radiology, medications, state board compliance, etc. But I get really excited about infection control and sterilization. That’s my stage—my moment to shine. In this episode …
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It’s September! And it’s officially Dental Infection Control Awareness Month! We get you’re probably sick and tired of hearing about COVID and infection control. So guess what? Andrea and I will cover infection control without mentioning COVID, other than right now...We’ll cover getting a point-person in place and written policies and procedures. C…
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Did you know that September is National Preparedness Month? So in this episode of Talking with the Toothcop, we share some quick tips your practice can follow to be prepared—for whatever may come. We also share a few ways you can take advantage of “Slowtember” and prep for the year to come. Outline of This Episode [0:22] Quick tips for emergency pr…
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In this episode of Talking with the Toothcop, you get a glimpse into the “behind the scenes” of what recording an episode really looks like. From food pranks to our favorite Starbucks orders—every tangent that we usually edit out is on full display. Don’t miss a fun and quirky episode that also includes some important news about our Dental Complian…
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Did you know there are specific rules from the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) regarding giving things of value (i.e. gifts) to solicit potential customers? In this episode of Talking with the Toothcop, Andrea and I talk about some of the specific rules on gifts and kickbacks. This is stuff that you need to be aware of so you don’t get hit wi…
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Are PMP inquiries required for sedation meds that are dispensed in the office? A listener read through the rules in January 2020 and spoke with a sedation officer and was advised that they did not need to do the PMP check if they were dispensing in the office. But the way the rule is worded makes it seem as though you do need to. So in this episode…
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In this episode of Talking with the Toothcop, I share some sobering news that recently happened in Kansas. I’ll also share some important updates that dentists need to be aware of that were highlighted in the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners Newsletter. Stay up-to-date on the latest dentistry compliance issues—don’t miss it. Outline of This Ep…
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A lot of people get the Treatment, Payment, and Healthcare Operations (TPO) Exception wrong. So in this episode of Talking with the Toothcop, Andrea and I dissect what it is. We also talk about what to do if you need patient authorization and the importance of informed consent for treatment. Don’t miss it! Outline of This Episode [0:21] Coffee + Ro…
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Recently, I’ve dealt with some level of confusion surrounding the Hepatitis B vaccinations (HBV) and post-vaccination testing requirements. So in this episode of Talking with the Toothcop, I’m going to cover what both OSHA and the CDC require for the HBV and post-vaccination testing. Outline of This Episode [2:03] Hepatitis B vaccination requiremen…
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This episode of Talking with the Toothcop is a two-parter! In the first half, you’ll get a look behind the curtain and get to know me—Duane Tinker—and my co-host, Andrea Baysinger. In the second half of this episode, we share an important reminder about nitrous oxide compliance rules. Don’t miss it! Outline of This Episode [3:01] How Andrea became …
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In our last episode, we talked about how the Texas State Board allowed their COVID-19 rules to expire. We think it’s a good thing! But a lot of dentists are not happy about it. So in this episode of Talking with the Toothcop, Andrea and I dive a little deeper into the topic. We’ll share why we think it’s a good thing and what dentists can do moving…
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The Texas dental board let the COVID-19 rule expire (rule 108.7 subsection 16). How does that impact dentists moving forward? What rules do some providers still need to follow? What procedures are still recommended by the CDC? We cover it all in this episode of Talking with the Toothcop! Outline of This Episode [3:20] The impact of the expiration o…
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Are you doing proper sedation and anesthesia reviews? Are you making sure you don’t have drugs sitting in your office that expired pre-COVID? Are you checking with a patient’s primary care provider before administering anesthesia? Being busy and overwhelmed isn’t an excuse for not doing your due diligence. In this episode of Talking with the Toothc…
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Last week, I read an article about an oral surgeon in North Carolina who got busted after a patient died. So in this episode of Talking with the Toothcop, we’re going to talk about what happened, why it happened, and how it could have been prevented. This isn’t to shame the dentist or staff involved, but to learn from the mistakes that were made. T…
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