December 2, 2022

Act 124 – Pain Management Alternatives and Identification of Addiction

8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

2 CE credits required for dentists who hold a DEA registration or use another DEA number to prescribe controlled substances. 2 CE credits also appropriate for hygienists and dental assistants.

The lecture will fulfill the Act 124 of 2016, CE requirement for dentists who have a current DEA registration or use another DEA number (as permitted by law) to prescribe controlled substances. Pain management, identification of addiction and the practices of prescribing opioids will be discussed.

Upon completion of the course, the participant will:

Understand the pathology and physiology of pain and addiction.

Suggest alternative therapies for pain management.

Assess treatment programs and understand how to refer for treatment.

Cite the history and politics of opioids.

Be aware of doctor prescribing habits.

About the Speaker

E. Steven Moriconi, DMD, FACD FICD

Dr. Moriconi had a private practice in Jenkintown, PA, and was the surgeon-in-chief of the Dental Division at Abington Hospital. He also served as the director of the General Practice Residency Program at Abington Hospital, a division of Abington/Jefferson Health. Dr. Moriconi has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

COURSE AGENDA

8:00 – 10:00 am  – Act 31 Requirement – Child Abuse and Mandated Reporter Training Jocelyn Valentin-Miller from PA Coalition Against Rape) – 2 CE credits

10:00 – 10:30 – Break

10:30 – 12:30 am – Radiology Requirement (Rachael Dorn from Dentsply Sirona) – 2 CE credits

12:30 – 1:30 – LUNCH

1:30 – 3:30 pm – Act 124 Requirement – Prescribing Opioids (Dr. Steve Moriconi) – 2 CE credits

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