October 2006 Newsletter
What´s New at Savon
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In every newsletter you will find a secret word or phrase. When you locate the word or phrase, copy the entire paragraph and paste it into an email along with your Savon membership ID number and your name.
Send the email to customerservice@savondentalplan.com. The emails will be printed and the winning entry will be drawn on the 15th of the following month. All entries must be received by the 10th of the month (July 10th for Junes newsletter, etc.). The winning entry will receive a check from Savon for $25.00. Only one entry per family is allowed and you may only win once per 12 months. The secret phrase for October is map it.
Quote of the Month:"I have a higher and grander standard of principle than George Washington. He could not lie; I can, but I won't." Mark Twain
Cohen’s Corner – Straight talk from the Doctor: Who owns the X-Rays
Hello again from the corner! Today we are going to talk about a question that I must have answered over a thousand times in my thirty plus years in dentistry: Who owns the records and why?
Sometimes when the call comes in to have records, including X-rays, sent out of the office these calls become the most frustrating for both the office staff and the patient. Everybody is under the false assumption that because they are “my records” and “I paid for them” that “I want them, so give them to me”. Like most disputes in a democratic system when an argument can’t be resolved we turn to the courts for a just and equitable solution. The courts have ruled on who owns the records and the answer is as follows:
"X-rays taken are the doctor’s property, retained on the same theory as the patient’s medical history record or other diagnosis or treatment."
Under legal test, the court ruled:
“the x-ray plate becomes the veritable foundation stone of the doctor’s diagnosis and report and it is essential that he retain it as a permanent record in support of his diagnosis, for should it be destroyed by unskillful handling or loss, the doctor would have no means to justify the correctness of his diagnosis or findings in the event of challenge to his Professional opinions.”
“Paraphrased from law of the hospital, etc., Hay and Goreschell.” The Arizona revised statutes related to dental records Is as follows:
Title 20. Chapter 6, Article 18.R-20-6-1810
a. Dental records are the property of the provider and shall not be removed from the provider’s possession, except:
- With the patient’s permission, including for routing records to a dental or medical practitioner for consultation or evaluation; or
- When subpoenaed by a court or bode.
Congratulations to Jan DeAlmo: Winner of our August T. V. Drawing
Ms. Jan DeAlmo of the Bronx New York was lasts months winner of a 20" flat screen television. We wish to thank everyone that entered the drawing, the response was terrific.
Ms. DeAlmo was sent a gift certificate to Wal-Mart® for the television set. We hope that she enjoys it.
Savon Gift Certificates - A great holiday gift
This is the time of the year when there is a big up-surge in the amount of candy eaten. This means more sugar and maybe more toothaches!! Remember: It is important to go at least once a year, (every six months would be better) for cleaning and checkups. We need to maintain our teeth to keep them in good condition.
During the holidays, what better gift to give to someone who may need dental work than a Savon Dental gift card. Show a friend or family member that you really care about their oral health and their finances. As a way of saying “Thank You” for the referral we will add two free months to your account.
Schools Back in Session
This is the time of year that kids dread and parents look forward to. SCHOOL IS BACK IN SESSION!! Please make sure that you are aware of the children walking or riding bikes to and from school and REMEMBER: THE SPEED LIMIT IN A SCHOOL ZONE IS 15 MPH
Now is also a good time to check out our Student Plan. This plan is great for the student in college. The cost is very reasonable and the benefits are the same as the Savon Basic Plan.
Savon Gift Certificates - A great holiday gift
As the year seems to fly by some of us forget about our dental needs. Most live by the old saying if it isn't broke don't fix it. In fact, in the long run that could end up costing you more. It is important to go at least once a year, (every six months would be better) for cleaning and checkups. It is similar on how we do the oil change in our cars just to keep the running smooth. We need to maintain our teeth to keep them in good condition.
With the holidays approaching what better gift to give to someone who may need dental work than a Savon Dental gift card. Purchase one for a friend or family member and as a way of saying “Thank You” for the referral we will add two free months to your account.
New Providers are being added on a daily basis
Have you seen the updates on our provider list yet? Savon Dental Plan has now given you the ability to not only find a provider for yourself, but you can click on ‘map it’ by the provider’s name and get a map with directions to the office. This is just another way we at Savon Dental Plan are trying to provide you with all the information we can to make dental health a simple and routine part of your family’s life.
Savon "Q" Print has Opens Printing Club to Savon Dental Plan Members
As a member of Savon Dental Plan you automatically receive a membership for FREE in Savon "Q" Print's discount printing club. Now you can get your printing needs taken care of at a 15-20% discount off your normal printing costs. Here is how it works: Simply send us a copy of what you need printed, how many copies and how much you paid to have it printed last time. If your printing job falls within the capacity of our equipment we will beat that price by 20%. If it is something that we have to send out to a "Wholesale Print Shop", we will beat the price by 15%.
Whatever your printing needs are, let us give you a bid. The bid is free and WE WILL save you money.
Call 602-841-3494 or 800-809-3494 for your FREE Club Card TODAY!!!
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