There are often two camps in the dental industry: those who don’t understand the power of insurance negotiation, and those who are too intimidated by the process to try. However, PPO negotiation is an invaluable tool for practices of every size to improve their bottom...
Dental Service Organizations, or DSOs, are rapidly expanding and showing no signs of slowing down! However, many older dentists are concerned about the DSO market and its impact on the industry as a whole. One survey found that 61% of dentists were “highly concerned”...
Whether you’re drilling in a patient’s mouth or making notations in their chart, accuracy matters a great deal. When editing patient records, it is vital that dentists always accurately record what was done, even if the results were not notable. Clinical due...
While many dental practices hire dental consultants to maximize their reimbursement potential, boost their bottom line and protect themselves from audits, every insurance provider is not enthusiastic about cooperating. In reality, the relationship between dental...
Did you know that when your practice undergoes a tax identification number (TIN) change, some insurance companies will offer you a lower fee schedule? Paying close attention during your transition is essential, whether you’re purchasing a new practice and wanting to...
It’s time for a pop quiz. What was your 2018 revenue? How much profit did you make? What is your current overhead? If you’re like many dental practice owners, the answers to those three questions start with, “Just one second, let me open my spreadsheet.” Every...
In 2010, preferred provider organizations (PPOs) made up 74% of the dental benefit market. Numerous dental practices are contracted with more than one PPO. Sorting through all of the contracts and fee schedules can be confusing for your billing professionals and your...
The reimbursement market is constantly shifting, and a new report is indicating that decreasing reimbursement rates are on the way. Now is the time to adjust your expectations for the coming year and explore how reimbursement negotiation could ensure that you end up...
While medical insurance will not cover most routine dental procedures like fillings or cleanings, there are cases where procedure codes can be submitted to traditional medical insurance for reimbursement. It’s essential that your practice understands what codes are...
The credentialing process presents unique challenges to dental practices and doctors who are currently in the process and not yet credentialed. How does the claim filing process work when you are waiting to receive credentials? Can you bill and collect payment for...
