For the first performance year of MIPS, 2017, CMS is providing several different options for providers to choose their. participation level and performance period. To avoid a penalty for 2019, in 2017, providers can choose to report either:
Relative Dentin Abrasivity (RDA) Relative dentin abrasivity (RDA) is a method of measuring of the erosive effect of abrasives in toothpaste on tooth dentin. It involves using standardized abrasives compared against the test sample.
Guidelines include determining factors, such as the toothpaste's fluoride percentage, toxicology reports and the way the toothpaste affects the mouth's different tissues. According to the ADA, Aim toothpaste effectively prevents and reduces tooth decay if you follow the directions printed on the label.