If you’re a dental practice owner trying to balance profitability with PPO participation, you’ve probably heard the term UCR fees tossed around. You’ve also likely seen the growing gap between what you charge and what you actually get paid from PPOs. Here’s the million-dollar question (literally): Are your UCR fees helping or hurting your PPO […]
Read MoreCase Study: How Dr. Janahgiri Doubled Production with PPO Help
For years, Dr. Janahgiri did what most new practice owners do—sign up with every PPO under the sun to build a patient base fast. And it worked… sort of. His chairs were full. His team was busy. But his profit margins? Not so much. Like many growth-focused dentists, Dr. Janahgiri found himself stuck in a […]
Read MoreWhat Every Dentist Should Know About Delta Dental PPO
Delta Dental might be the heavyweight champion of dental insurance networks—but for many practice owners, it can feel more like a sparring partner who never pulls punches. With complex fee schedules, credentialing headaches, and write-offs that could make your accountant cry, Delta Dental PPO participation can be both a blessing and a burden. If you’re […]
Read MoreCase Study: How Dr. Janahgiri Doubled Production After a PPO Review
Real results from a practice owner who stopped leaving money on the table. When Dr. Janahgiri opened his dental practice in 2011, he made a choice many dentists make early on: sign up with everyPPO network available. The strategy was simple—maximize patient flow and build the business fast. And it worked… at first. But as […]
Read MoreDental PPO Contracts: Compare Before You Commit
How to avoid profit-killing terms and choose smarter reimbursement plans When you’re evaluating multiple PPO networks, it’s tempting to sign the first contract that sends patients your way. But not all PPOs are created equal—and not all contracts serve your practice’s bottom line. This guide walks you through how to compare dental PPO contracts the […]
Read More5 PPO Contract Red Flags Every Dentist Must Know
Avoid hidden clauses that drain your revenue and limit your freedom. Whether you’re opening your first practice or scaling your third, signing a PPO contract without understanding the fine print can cost you more than just money—it can limit your growth. Here are five common PPO contract red flags that every dentist should know before […]
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