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SUMMARY:2026 Missouri Oral Health Policy Conference
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Oral Health Policy Conference\nCapitol Plaza Hotel & Convention Center | Jefferson City\, MO\nMarch 5–6\, 2026 \nRegister Now > \nThe only statewide conference bringing oral health professionals and advocates together to shape Missouri’s oral health future. \nThursday\, March 5 | Day One\n8:00 -10:00 AM – Optional Legislative Awareness Event \n9:00 – 10:30 AM – Registration and Check-In \nDay 1 Sessions \nChallenging Budget\, Challenging Times – RSVP Required \nCommunity Water Fluoridation Science Panel \nStriving for Policy Change for Special Populations \nReimagining the Health Workforce: The 100 Million Mouths Campaign in Missouri and Beyond \n2026 Oral Health Champion Awards & MCOH Board Chair Award \n\nFriday\, March 6 | Day Two\nBreakfast 7:00 – 8:00 AM \nDay 2 Sessions \n8:00 AM – Facilitated Discussion Groups \n\nVeteran Oral Health\nAccess to Care for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD)\nMedical-Dental Integration\nSeniors and Oral Health\nCommunity Water Fluoridation\nMaternal and Child Oral Health\n\n11:45 AM – Closing & Lunch \n\n\nGet Involved\nBecome a Sponsor\nBecome an Exhibitor\nBecome a Speaker\n  \n\nHere’s what we did last year >
URL:https://www.oralhealthmissouri.org/event/2026-missouri-oral-health-policy-conference/
LOCATION:Capital Plaza Hotel & Convention Center\, 415 W McCarty Street\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T090000
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SUMMARY:Facilitated Discussion Groups
DESCRIPTION:Discussion groups offer Coalition members a chance to explore specific challenges and brainstorm potential solutions. Each topic will begin with a brief introduction. Each discussion group will have a facilitator and an assistant to guide the discussion and summarize the findings for the entire group. We are confident that the conference will showcase significant expertise on these important issues.  Your contributions will be submitted to the MCOH Policy Committee for further deliberation and action. \nTOPICS: \n\nVeteran Oral Health\nAccess for People with I/DD\nMedical-Dental Integration\nSeniors & Oral Health\nCommunity Water Fluoridation\nMaternal & Child Oral Health
URL:https://www.oralhealthmissouri.org/event/facilitated-discussion-groups/
LOCATION:Capital Plaza Hotel & Convention Center\, 415 W McCarty Street\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T110000
DTSTAMP:20260806T163825Z
CREATED:20260731T132924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T163825Z
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SUMMARY:MCOH Model: Advancing Access to Care through Medicaid
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jessica Emmerich\, Amanda Fahrendorf\, and Monica Turner \nZOOM LINK > \nSession Overview:\nThis presentation explains the unique MCOH Model and how it has been utilized to increase dental provider participation in MO Medicaid.  MO HealthNet will share new data to shows the recent successes as well as the challenges that still exist.  This session will also include Oral Health Kansas\, who recently adopted the MCOH Model in an effort to replicate Missouri’s success.  Oral Health Kansas will share how the model has been implemented\, their successes\, and lessons learned. \nLearning Objectives:\nAttendees will be able to identify the essential pieces of the MCOH Model and how they have been used in Missouri.\nAttendees will see an example of the MCOH Model being used in other states.\nAttendees will be provided recent data that supports the success of the MCOH Model as well as being able to identify challenges that need to be addressed. \nJ.Emmerich Slides \nM.Turner Slides \nA.Fahrendorf Slides \n\nJessica Emmerich\nExecutive Director\, Missouri Coalition for Oral Health \nJessica Emmerich was appointed Executive Director in December 2025. In 2022\, Jessica was named the first Dental Medicaid Facilitator at MCOH. In this role\, Ms. Emmerich collaborated with MO HealthNet and the Missouri Dental Association to support dental providers and encourage greater participation by providers in MO HealthNet programs. Her career includes service with the State of Missouri in both the Department of Social Services\, MO HealthNet Division and Children’s Division\, where she played an integral role in assisting dental providers and MO HealthNet participants throughout implementation of the Statewide Managed Care Roll Out.  Ms. Emmerich brings substantial expertise in collaborating with MO HealthNet providers within both fee-for-service and managed care frameworks. She also offers dedicated support to dental practices statewide and actively works to improve access to care by addressing existing barriers. Jessica previously held the position of Operations Manager at the Coalition for several years prior to her advancement to her current role.\nJessica\, a native of rural Northwest Missouri\, recognizes the significance of expanding access to oral health care services throughout the state. She currently resides on a farm in Central Missouri with her husband and three children. \nAmanda Fahrendorf\nEducation and Collaboration Manager\, MO HealthNet Division (MHD)\, Department of Social Services (DSS) \nAmanda Fahrendorf serves as the Education and Collaboration Manager within the MO HealthNet Division (MHD) at the Missouri Department of Social Services (DSS). She has dedicated 22 years to DSS\, with 15 of those years focused on MO HealthNet.\nAmanda oversees education and training resources for all MHD programs and frequently speaks at events and conferences on Missouri Medicaid policy and initiatives. Over the past 3 years\, she has led provider recruitment efforts\, with a special emphasis on dental providers. Amanda is recognized as an expert in complex Medicaid inquiries and actively participates in committees and workgroups addressing maternal and infant health\, provider recruitment\, and access to care. Through these roles\, she has built strong relationships with providers and partners to improve education and streamline processes for better service delivery.\nAmanda’s leadership and contributions have earned her multiple honors\, including the Professional and Leadership Development Award from DSS for three consecutive years. In March 2024\, she received the Oral Health Champion Award from the Missouri Coalition for Oral Health for her work in expanding access to dental care. She also serves as a State Director on the National Board of the Medicaid | Medicare | CHIP Services Dental Association (MSDA).\nAmanda holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from William Woods University (2009) and recently earned a Public Health Workforce Preparedness Certificate from A.T. Still University’s College of Graduate Health Studies. She is currently pursuing a Master of Public Health degree. \nMonica Turner\, MHA\nProject Coordinator\, Oral Health Kansas \nMonica Turner serves as Project Coordinator for the Pathways to Oral Health initiative\, where she helps lead efforts to expand access to dental care for underserved Kansans.\nMonica brings more than 20 years of experience in the dental field\, having previously managed a busy endodontic practice. Her hands-on knowledge of how dental offices operate — from patient care to the business side of practice — gives her a practical\, real-world perspective on the challenges providers face and the solutions that truly make a difference.\nOriginally trained in healthcare\, Monica earned her Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy and has worked across a variety of healthcare settings. She recently completed her Master of Health Administration at Wichita State University (December 2024)\, where her interest for improving access to care for underrepresented populations grew even stronger. Today\, she channels that interest into building partnerships and systems that make dental care more accessible for individuals with disabilities\, low-income families\, and rural communities.\nMonica lives in Wichita with her husband and is the proud mom of three adult children. Outside of work\, you’ll most likely find her enjoying the outdoors getting in a good workout.
URL:https://www.oralhealthmissouri.org/event/mcoh-model-advancing-access-to-care-through-medicaid/
LOCATION:Capital Plaza Hotel & Convention Center\, 415 W McCarty Street\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public
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UID:3529-1772793900-1772797500@www.oralhealthmissouri.org
SUMMARY:The State of the State of Missouri Oral Health
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Megan Krohn\, DDS \nZOOM LINK > \nSession Overview:\nThis session will give an overview of the landscape for oral health in Missouri. This will include reports on the five priority areas of Office of Dental Health (ODH): Prevention and Oral Health Education\, Workforce\, Access to Care\, Quality\, and Population Health. In addition to the current programs and activities led by ODH\, details will be shared on the priorities and strategic direction of the office. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nLearn general updates concerning Office of Dental Health.\nReview the five priority areas for Office of Dental Health with details on current program status.\nBriefly review the Rural Health Transformation Program and discuss suggested ways oral health initiatives will be addressed within the program.\nShare the strategic direction of the Office of Dental Health\, including measurable outcomes that complement the 2025-2030 State Oral Health Plan.\n\nSlides \n\nMegan Krohn\, DDS\nChief Dental Consultant\, MO DHSS – Office of Dental Health \nMegan Krohn\, DDS\, serves as the Chief Dental Consultant for the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) within the Office of Dental Health (ODH). Krohn is responsible for developing and overseeing core public health activities aimed at improving oral health in Missouri. Her focus is on providing the clinical expertise for oral health to drive forward the strategic initiatives of the department\, ensuring there is access to oral health information and services for all Missourians.\nDr. Krohn previously served as the Executive Vice President of Dental Services at Swope Health\, one of Missouri’s largest federally qualified health centers. Krohn increased access to patient care through clinic expansions\, mobile dental care\, and the development of innovative practices such as integrated care models. Krohn also has experience in private practice\, portable dentistry\, and board service. She graduated from UMKC School of Dentistry in 2016 with oral surgery honors.\nDr. Krohn is a member of the American Dental Association\, Missouri Dental Association\, and the Greater Kansas City Dental Society. She is also a member of the National Network for Oral Health Access where she serves on multiple committees and is the State of Missouri Ambassador. She is a member of the Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors. In 2024\, she was inducted as a Fellow to the Pierre Fauchard Academy and began service as a Delta Dental of Missouri Board Member. Incisal Edge Magazine honored Krohn as a “40 under 40” honoree for her work in expanding access to oral health care. Krohn brings a wealth of knowledge around social drivers of oral health\, alternative care models and innovative thinking in how to bridge the gap between all dental practice modalities.
URL:https://www.oralhealthmissouri.org/event/the-state-of-the-state-of-missouri-oral-health/
LOCATION:Roy Blunt Center for Healthcare Integration & Innovation\, 3450 W. Edgewood Dr.\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T100000
DTSTAMP:20260807T134858Z
CREATED:20260805T201111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T134858Z
UID:3741-1786093200-1786096800@www.oralhealthmissouri.org
SUMMARY:Enhanced Opportunities for Individuals with I/DD Work Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.oralhealthmissouri.org/event/enhanced-opportunities-for-individuals-with-i-dd-work-group-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Public,Work Group Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T110000
DTSTAMP:20260807T135709Z
CREATED:20260807T135408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T135709Z
UID:3848-1787302800-1787310000@www.oralhealthmissouri.org
SUMMARY:Development Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.oralhealthmissouri.org/event/development-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Committee Meetings,Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T183000
DTSTAMP:20260807T135650Z
CREATED:20260807T135650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T135650Z
UID:3850-1787679000-1787682600@www.oralhealthmissouri.org
SUMMARY:Conference Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.oralhealthmissouri.org/event/conference-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Committee Meetings,Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T153000
DTSTAMP:20260807T145815Z
CREATED:20260722T200942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T145815Z
UID:2992-1789727400-1789745400@www.oralhealthmissouri.org
SUMMARY:MCOH Member Appreciation Event
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar and make plans to join us in Jefferson City! We’re bringing MCOH members together for an afternoon designed to connect\, inspire and celebrate those who make our work possible. \nFollowing the MCOH Board Meeting\, stick around for a Member Appreciation Event featuring a catered lunch\, giveaways\, the opportunity to meet MCOH’s newest staff members\, and a presentation about the power of community\, civic engagement\, and advocacy – Restoration Through Community Engagement. \nRegistration is required. When registering\, please indicate whether you plan to attend in person or virtually via Zoom. \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.oralhealthmissouri.org/event/mcoh-member-appreciation-event/
LOCATION:Roy Blunt Center for Healthcare Integration & Innovation\, 3450 W. Edgewood Dr.\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private,Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T233000
DTSTAMP:20260807T141913Z
CREATED:20260807T140811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T141913Z
UID:3852-1789727400-1789774200@www.oralhealthmissouri.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting will be open to all members\, followed by a Member Appreciation Event and a presentation by Ashley Beard-Fosnow\, Restoration Through Community Engagement. \nRegistration for the Member Appreciation Event is required. RSVP here.
URL:https://www.oralhealthmissouri.org/event/board-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Roy Blunt Center for Healthcare Integration & Innovation\, 3450 W. Edgewood Dr.\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings,Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T153000
DTSTAMP:20260807T143037Z
CREATED:20260807T141355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T143037Z
UID:3861-1789741800-1789745400@www.oralhealthmissouri.org
SUMMARY:Restoration Through Community Engagement
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Ashley Beard-Fosnow\, Policy Impact Strategist\, Health Forward Foundation\n1 Dental Continuing Education (CE) Credit Available\n  \nHow does community building improve health and well-being? \nJoin us for an engaging discussion about the benefits of building community through civic engagement and advocacy\, and how we can work together to combat the societal caries of our times. \nWe’ll talk about real\, practical ways to connect with community leaders\, get involved in community events and become stronger\, more effective advocates for change. \n  \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nExplore the history and definitions of civic engagement\, advocacy\, and lobbying.\nLearn how to identify and influence civic leaders and elected officials and engage in public meetings.\nGain a deeper understanding of the individual and community benefits of civic participation.\n\n  \n \nMeet Our Speaker\nAshley Beard-Fosnow serves as a Policy Impact Strategist at Health Forward Foundation. Prior to this role\, Ashley led a team at Missouri Humanities Council. Before Missouri Humanities\, Ashley worked for various Kansas City nonprofit organizations including American Public Square\, University of Missouri- Kansas City Foundation\, and Missouri Jobs with Justice. She earned a Master of Public Administration\, Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science\, and the Worker Education and Labor studies certificate from the University of Missouri- Kansas City. \n  \nRegistration is required. RSVP here.
URL:https://www.oralhealthmissouri.org/event/restoration-through-community-engagement/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Private,Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261016T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261016T130000
DTSTAMP:20260807T144052Z
CREATED:20260807T144052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T144052Z
UID:3876-1792153800-1792155600@www.oralhealthmissouri.org
SUMMARY:Veterans Work Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.oralhealthmissouri.org/event/veterans-work-group-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Public,Work Group Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261106T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261106T100000
DTSTAMP:20260807T144254Z
CREATED:20260807T144254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T144254Z
UID:3878-1793955600-1793959200@www.oralhealthmissouri.org
SUMMARY:Enhanced Opportunities for Individuals with I/DD Work Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.oralhealthmissouri.org/event/enhanced-opportunities-for-individuals-with-i-dd-work-group-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Public,Work Group Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T100000
DTSTAMP:20260807T144354Z
CREATED:20260807T144354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T144354Z
UID:3880-1795165200-1795168800@www.oralhealthmissouri.org
SUMMARY:Development Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.oralhealthmissouri.org/event/development-committee-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Committee Meetings,Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261211T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261211T123000
DTSTAMP:20260807T144522Z
CREATED:20260807T144522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T144522Z
UID:3882-1796985000-1796992200@www.oralhealthmissouri.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Agenda: \n\nPolicy Agenda Presentation
URL:https://www.oralhealthmissouri.org/event/board-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings,Public
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270306
DTSTAMP:20260807T145928Z
CREATED:20260807T144835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T145928Z
UID:3885-1804118400-1804291199@www.oralhealthmissouri.org
SUMMARY:2027 Missouri Oral Health Policy Conference
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for this year’s Oral Health Policy Conference! More details to come.
URL:https://www.oralhealthmissouri.org/event/2027-missouri-oral-health-policy-conference/
LOCATION:Capital Plaza Hotel & Convention Center\, 415 W McCarty Street\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public
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