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title: CEO Straight Talks: Medicaid, DSOs & Federal Policy – A CEO Perspective with Lone Peak Dental Group’s Ray Caruso
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# [CEO Straight Talks: Medicaid, DSOs & Federal Policy – A CEO Perspective with Lone Peak Dental Group’s Ray Caruso](https://www.theadso.org/events/ceo-straight-talks-medicaid-dsos-federal-policy-a-ceo-perspective-with-lone-peak-dental-groups-ray-caruso)

 Written by [ADSO](https://www.theadso.org/events/author/adso) | Apr 30, 2024 4:00:00 AM

Join ADSO CEO Andrew Smith for an insightful "CEO Straight Talk" with Ray Caruso, President and CEO of Lone Peak Dental Group, on Wednesday, Sept. 3, from 1-2 PM EDT. This session will focus on the unique opportunities and challenges of serving Medicaid patients in the current federal policy environment, especially in light of recent legislative changes.

 

Andrew will delve into Ray's remarkable career journey, from his service in the military and early days as a dental assistant, through his time at Heartland Dental, to leading a DSO deeply committed to serving Medicaid patients. Gain exclusive insights into Lone Peak Dental Group's specialized approach, including the strategies they employ to provide quality care while addressing the complexities and considerations of this critical patient demographic. Discover how Ray Caruso and Lone Peak Dental Group are navigating the evolving landscape of Medicaid dentistry and what the "big beautiful bill" means for DSOs.

 

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