The numbers don’t lie: Most dental practices are leaving thousands of dollars on the table every month—and they don’t even realize it. Why? Because their UCR fee schedules are outdated, undervalued, and silently sabotaging their PPO contracts. In this case study, we share how one growth-focused dental practice overcame that exact problem—transforming a 40–50% write-off […]
Read MoreUCR vs PPO Fees: How to Bridge the Gap
Understanding the Role of Full Fees in PPO Negotiations and Practice Profitability If you’ve ever scratched your head wondering why you’re getting paid far less than what you bill—or why negotiating better PPO rates feels like a losing battle—you’re not alone. The gap between UCR (Usual, Customary, and Reasonable) fees and PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) […]
Read MoreHow to Set Dental Fees That Reflect Your Value
A Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Strategic, Profitable UCR Fee Schedule Whether you’re opening your first dental practice, acquiring a second location, or finally getting serious about profitability, your fee schedule isn’t just an internal document—it’s a strategic asset. Yet far too many practices rely on outdated methods to set their fees: • Guesswork • […]
Read More🦷 What Are Dental UCR Fees and Why They Matter
Understanding the Foundation of Your Practice’s Profitability If you’re a dental practice owner—especially one navigating the world of PPOs—you’ve likely heard of UCR fees. But if your eyes glaze over when the term comes up, you’re not alone. UCR fees—short for Usual, Customary, and Reasonable—are one of the most misunderstood and yet most important components […]
Read MoreWhy PPO Billing Optimization Is a Growth Strategy
5 Steps to Build a Smarter, More Profitable PPO Billing System Most dental practices focus on marketing, patient acquisition, and clinical care when thinking about how to grow. But the real profit leaks often happen in a far less glamorous—but far more important—area: billing. Especially for PPO-driven practices, billing isn’t just a back-office function. It’s […]
Read More🧾 Your PPO Billing Optimization Playbook
5 Steps to Build a Smarter, More Profitable PPO Billing System Most dental practices focus on marketing, patient acquisition, and clinical care when thinking about how to grow. But the real profit leaks often happen in a far less glamorous—but far more important—area: billing. Especially for PPO-driven practices, billing isn’t just a back-office function. It’s […]
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