How Insurance Savvy Can Boost Your Dental Practice’s Profitability, Growth, and Peace of Mind If you’re a dentist, especially one who owns or manages a dental practice, you’ve likely heard this more than once: “Do you take my insurance?” That one question often determines whether a patient books an appointment—or walks away. And when you […]
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What Is Dental Credentialing?
A Comprehensive Guide for Dental Practices Ready to Grow If you’re a dental practice owner, associate, or office manager, you know firsthand how important insurance participation is to building a thriving patient base. But before you can be listed as an in-network provider and start accepting insurance patients, there’s one crucial hurdle to clear: […]
Read MoreWhat is a dental preferred provider organization (PPO) plan?
When you’re choosing dental insurance, the alphabet soup of options—HMO, EPO, PPO—can make your head spin. But among the choices, the Dental Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan stands out as one of the most popular and flexible. Why? Because it strikes a practical balance between cost savings and freedom of choice. So what exactly is […]
Read MoreHow Much Should You Increase Your Fees in 2025?
Now is the time to review your practice’s performance and set new goals. Adjusting your dental practice fees should be a top priority as part of this process. Many dentists feel uneasy about raising fees, often worrying they’ll alienate patients. This apprehension is understandable—discussing treatment costs, insurance coverage, and out-of-pocket expenses can be uncomfortable. However, […]
Read MoreAttention Dentists and Office Managers: Major Network Update for March 2025
Big news in the dental world: Sun Life’s Dental Health Alliance (DHA) and Cigna are teaming up to combine their networks beginning in March 2025. If your practice is contracted with either (or both) of these carriers, you’ll want to take note of how this partnership might affect your contracts, patient flow, and bottom line. […]
Read MoreThe Comprehensive Guide to Purchasing an Existing Dental Practice
Navigating PPO Networks and Insurance Complexities Introduction to Buying an Existing Dental Practice Purchasing an existing dental practice is an attractive option for many dental professionals looking to expand their careers without starting from scratch. This strategic move offers immediate access to an established patient base, existing office infrastructure, and a known community presence. However, […]
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