[su_quote]”My favorite member benefit: I have a virtually unlimited dental knowledge base through colleagues!” Dr. Mark Mihalo, Northwest Indiana Dental Society[/su_quote]Most members say they are likely to refer membership to their colleagues. As an active member, you know first-hand the value your membership provides. Member-Get-A-Member is the ideal opportunity to share your success by encouraging your nonmember colleagues to join ADA/IDA.

Incentives

You will be rewarded with a $100 gift card for each new, active member you recruit (up to five members or $500 in gift cards!) Or you may decline the incentive and ADA will contribute $100 to the ADA Foundation. Any ADA member dentist is eligible to participate. More details available at the ADA website>>>

Just tell the dentists you recruit to include your name on their applications. Then visit the recruiter’s form to tell us who you recruited by entering your name and ADA number, and the name of the potential member.

Recruitment Tips

• Tell the story about why you’re a member. The ADA and your state and local dental societies provides lots of value to you. Why did you join?
• Provide examples. A positive testimonial can be one of the strongest tools when recruiting new members.
• Focus on their needs. Ask questions about their career goals, and based on their answers, identify and highlight the benefits of greatest value. This makes the conversation feel more like colleagues sharing solutions, and less like a sales pitch.
• Close with a plan of action. Offer to email them instructions for joining online or give them a hard-copy membership application. Be sure they have your name so they can include it on the application!
• Follow up. Touch base in a few weeks to see if they joined or have any questions. If they haven’t joined, this follow-up can serve as a gentle reminder. And if they have, it’s a nice opportunity to welcome them to the ADA.
• Take the time to say thanks. Send them a short message thanking them for considering ADA membership and supporting dentistry. You might consider inviting them to an upcoming component meeting, charity care event or other gathering.

Campaign Materials

• Getting Started (PDF)
• Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
• Membership Application (PDF)
• Flyer for Potential Recruits (PDF)

A growing ADA means greater recognition for the dental profession, more resources and support for members, and a louder voice in Washington and in state capitols across the country.

 

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IDA finances are strong, so said Blue and Co., when the CPA firm presented their annual audit report to the IDA Board of Trustees on Saturday, September 15.

“2017-18 was an exceptional year from a financial perspective,” said IDA Treasurer Tom Blake. “We finished the fiscal year with an increase in total net assets of $417,000. The IDA has 566 days of cash on hand, a very strong financial position.”

The increase in assets was primarily driven by an excellent return on reserve fund investments, as well as the profitable sale of the Central Office building.

Ironically, the building sale that set the stage for a profitable year tightened cash flow, explained Executive Director Doug Bush. “We moved from a building that was bought and paid for, into a new building that we lease. That transition increased reserves, but the new rent bill created a significant increase in operating costs.”

According to Dr. Blake, the new expense is being paid for by harvesting a portion of the return on reserve fund investments and using them for operations.

“We felt it would be unfair to ask members for a dues increase when we had more money in the bank,” said Dr. Blake. “Last spring the House of Delegates approved a strategy that allows us use a portion of reserve fund returns to assist with operations. Basically, we are using the reserve fund like an endowment. We use it to assist with day to day expenses, without dipping into the principal.”

“We are receiving a dividend from years of prudent financial management,” said Dr. Blake. “That’s good for our members.”

 

pictured above: The IDA Board meets at the new IDA Central Office on Saturday, September 15, 2019.

 

Beginning January 1, 2019, IDA Trust participants will have the option to enroll in vision coverage through Anthem’s Blue View Vision plan. This benefit will be 100% member-paid and Trust members can choose whether or not to participate.

Anthem Blue View Vision plan members will have access to one of the nation’s largest vision network, enabling them to find an eye care professional that’s close to home or work. They will also have access to buying eyewear at various locations such as many private practice doctors, local optical stores, and national retail stores including:

Many of these stores have night-time and weekend hours, making them quick and convenient options. The Blue View Vision plan also provides the option to receive covered benefits outside of the Blue View Vision network.

Anthem’s Blue View Vision offers two plans, highlighted below:

download the 2019 Blue View Vision Benefit Comparison chart >>>

Lower Costs in Network

Anthem wants you to be able to get your eye care and eyewear when you need it — at a price you can afford. You’ll save time and money by using an eye doctor or optical retail store that’s in the network. And when you use your benefits at a network provider, you can include the following options at no additional cost:

• Factory scratch coating on standard/basic eyeglass lenses
• UV-blocking Transitions® lenses for covered dependents under age 19
• Impact-resistant polycarbonate lenses for covered dependents under age 19

Additional Savings

With Blue View Vision, you can save beyond your benefits through in-network providers. If you buy an eyeglass frame that costs more than your allowance, you’ll save 20% off the balance. If you use your contact lens benefit to purchase conventional contact lenses and your cost is higher than your benefit allowance, you’ll get 15% off the balance. Plus, you get:

• 35-40% off extra pairs of glasses anytime, from any network provider
• High-quality progressive lenses and anti-reflective coatings at different price levels, so you can control how much you spend
• Negotiated savings on other popular lens options and treatments
• 20% off other upgrades, accessories and nonprescription sunglasses

Working together for your total health

When you are covered by both Anthem’s health and vision plans, your doctors can work together to keep you at your healthy best. For example, if your eye doctor notices signs of diabetes or high blood pressure during your eye checkup, he or she can share that information with your primary care doctor. This helps your doctors get a better picture of your overall health.

We are excited to be able to offer you this vision coverage through Anthem and the IDA Trust. In the near future, you will be receiving additional information on how to elect coverage. In the meantime, please contact the IDA Insurance Services team at 800-417-6424 with any questions.

 

Consider the IDA Trust

If you are not yet a member of the IDA Insurance Trust, now is a great time to consider joining. Contact the IDA Insurance Services team for your personalized quote and information on becoming a member.

 

IDA Insurance Staff

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Ashley Hudgins

Director of Insurance Services

Ashley@indental.org
800-417-6424
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Wanda Barger

Multi-Line Insurance Agent

Wanda@indental.org
800-417-6424
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The IDA Insurance Trust a multiple employer welfare arrangement. The multiple employer welfare arrangement may not be subject to all of the insurance laws and regulations of Indiana. State insurance guaranty funds are not available for the IDA Insurance Trust.