September 1, 2021
D.C. News
  • The CMS appointed Dr. Natalia Chalmers as its first-ever Chief Dental Officer in the Office of the Administrator. “Dental health is vital to overall health, and that’s why CMS has appointed its first-ever Chief Dental Officer.” said CMS Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure. “As a board-certified pediatric dentist, policy expert, and public health advocate, Dr. Natalie Chalmers will guide CMS in advancing oral health in Medicaid, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), Marketplace and Medicare.” (Press release here)