Introduction: The Deal-Boosting Strategy Most Sellers Overlook When owners prepare to sell their dental practice, the to-do list usually looks something like this: Refresh the paint Update the website Tighten staff systems Clean up the books Improve new-patient flow All valid steps. But there is one asset that influences valuation far more than décor, technology, […]
Read MoreHow PPO Contracts Influence Your Dental Practice’s Valuation
Introduction: The Hidden Factor Influencing Millions in Practice Value Most dental practice owners know the obvious drivers of valuation—production numbers, hygiene performance, new-patient flow, staff longevity, and location. But there’s a silent, often overlooked factor that can either elevate your practice’s sale price or quietly chip away at it for years: Your PPO contracts. If that sentence […]
Read MoreOptimize Your Dental Fee Schedule in 5 Strategic Steps
How to Align UCR Fees with Profit Goals, Reduce PPO Losses, and Build Negotiation Leverage Running a profitable dental practice doesn’t start with more new patients or fancier marketing— it starts with a smart fee schedule. If your UCR (Usual, Customary, and Reasonable) fees haven’t been reviewed in the last 18–24 months, you’re likely leaving […]
Read More📈 Case Study: How One Practice Used UCR Optimization to Boost PPO Negotiation Power
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 Because their UCR fee schedules are outdated, undervalued, and silently sabotaging their PPO contracts.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 • […]
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