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The dentist will see you now: Primary care at the dental clinic
By Theresa Pablos
Could the dental office become a one-stop shop for oral and primary healthcare? The ADA Health Policy Institute evaluated the feasibility of incorporating some primary care tasks at the dental office. The idea may be more popular than you might think.
December 19, 2018
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3 reasons why your practice should accept electronic payments
By Rebecca Farrington
Patients who are frustrated with a practice's billing processes may decide to find a new dental home, according to recent research. How can your practice ensure this doesn't happen? Rebecca Farrington of Healthcare Administrative Partners suggests accepting electronic payments. She offers three reasons why your practice should consider this option.
December 17, 2018
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Do's and don'ts for collections: Make getting paid less painful
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Just as with any business, one of the main reasons you run a dental practice is to make money. So it's illogical that you would wait long periods of time to collect payments or, even worse, not get paid at all. Collecting a debt can be uncomfortable, but avoidance isn't the answer, notes Dr. Roger P. Levin. Create an effective collections plan and stick to it.
December 16, 2018
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Hiring an associate should be rewarding
By Cindy Bickers
Is your practice at a point where you are considering adding an associate? It's a process that can lead to additional practice growth and satisfaction, but it also is a big step with many stages to consider. Cindy Bickers, manager of Henry Schein Nationwide Dental Opportunities, details the practical steps, some of which you may not have considered before.
December 13, 2018
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DentaQuest launches new payment model with Texas DSO
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
DentaQuest has entered into an agreement in Texas to administer a contract in the state's Medicaid program with dental service organization (DSO) Brident Dental using a value-based care and payment model.
December 12, 2018
Are periodontists where they're needed? Yes and no
By Lori Roniger
Where are the periodontists? As the number of people with periodontitis continues to increase in the U.S., are periodontal specialists located where they're most needed? To find out, researchers examined the geographic proximity of periodontal offices throughout the U.S. to the homes of the people who need their care.
December 12, 2018
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Do's and don'ts for answering patient calls: Use the phone to your advantage
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
The telephone is your practice's main connection for bringing in new patients. Your front desk coordinator must always use answering the phone as an opportunity to welcome new callers enthusiastically, build value for the practice, gather information, and schedule an appointment, advises Dr. Roger P. Levin.
December 9, 2018
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4 tips to improve collections in your practice
By Sally McKenzie
Getting patients to pay on time can be quite a challenge for any practice. And beyond the stress and hassle in collections, the lack of cash flow can affect a practice's ability to expand. In her latest column, practice management consultant Sally McKenzie offers four practical tips to improve collections and your practice's finances.
December 5, 2018
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JAMA: Nearly a quarter of U.S. dentists were born abroad
By Theresa Pablos
The need for healthcare professionals is expected to grow as the U.S. population ages, so researchers explored the current field of U.S. health professions, including dentistry, and how country of origin and citizen status vary among them. Almost a quarter of U.S. dentists were born in other countries, they reported in a new research letter published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
December 4, 2018
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Delta Dental names new VP
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Delta Dental Plans Association has named Tim Steffl as its vice president of strategic development and finance.
December 2, 2018
3 ways to avoid stressing out in the office
By Jen Butler, MEd
Stress can manifest itself in many ways, writes practice management consultant Jen Butler. She analyzes some of these manifestations for dentists and hygienists and offers some possible solutions for finding ways to reduce everyone's stress levels.
November 29, 2018
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5 practical ways to increase your practice's revenue
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
If your practice's revenue has plateaued in recent years, you are likely looking for new means of increasing revenue. In his latest monthly column based on the most thought-provoking topics from the Dental Business Study Clubs, Dr. Roger P. Levin offers five practical ideas to do just that.
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