Dr. Roger P. Levin

Office Management
Dos and don'ts for leadership: The practice vision sets the course
Vision is the source of professional motivation. A written vision statement articulates where you want the practice to be in the future, according to Dr. Roger P. Levin. In his latest Practice Success Tip, he notes the importance of identifying long-term goals and offers tips for making your vision a reality.
June 1, 2014
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Patient Communication
Dos and don'ts for case acceptance and outside financing -- they go together
No dentist wants to see motivated patients suddenly become "unmotivated" when they discover the cost of recommended treatment. The economy makes this an even more important issue. Fortunately, offering a variety of financial options is a smart solution for patients and practices alike, according to Dr. Roger P. Levin.
May 26, 2014
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Dos and don'ts for increasing production: Promote your services to grow your practice
Only 20% of general practitioner procedures are elective, according to the Levin Group Data Center. Most offices need to include a greater level of elective care to increase production annually. The higher the levels of elective care, the higher the profitability, Dr. Roger P. Levin notes in his latest Practice Success tip.
May 18, 2014
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Patient Communication
Dos and don'ts for customer service: Scripting your way to greater practice success
Excellent verbal skills are a key ingredient in the success of dental practices. The better you and your team communicate with patients, the more successful your practice is likely to be, according to Dr. Roger P. Levin. For cosmetic and elective services, he notes that communication plays an even greater role in affecting patient perceptions.
May 11, 2014
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What dentists can learn from CEOs about financial management
In an excerpt from his new book, Dr. Roger P. Levin of practice management consulting firm Leving Group brings together many observations about how techniques used by top corporate leaders can be applied successfully in dental practices.
May 4, 2014
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Team Management
Dos and don'ts for leadership: How effective leaders communicate
Everything you do as the practice leader involves communication with your team, your patients, and the larger community. By improving your communication skills, you become a better leader, the team becomes more effective, and the practice is positioned to increase production, according to Dr. Roger Levin.
April 27, 2014
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Dos and don'ts for increasing production: Branding your practice
Factors that make your practice special and unique are known as your competitive advantages, and they help determine your practice brand. They are a powerful way to convince patients in your community that your office is their best choice, according to Dr. Roger Levin.
April 20, 2014
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Insurance
Dos and don'ts for practice finance: Coping with dental insurance
Dental insurance is a complex issue for many practices. It can require a great deal of administrative time, and team members may find it challenging to provide proper information and customer service to patients. But practices that assist patients with insurance issues will be viewed very favorably -- something that's essential for patient retention, according to Dr. Roger Levin.
April 13, 2014
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Dos and don'ts for increasing production: Don't neglect cosmetic services
Some dentists have been tempted to de-emphasize cosmetic dentistry in the belief that few people want it in a difficult economy. The truth is that many people place a high priority on an attractive smile and will pursue cosmetic dentistry if the practice promotes it, according to Dr. Roger Levin.
April 6, 2014
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Dos and don'ts for team management: Accentuate the positive in performance reviews
Though performance reviews typically only occur once a year, their impact on job performance and attitude can be tremendous -- if they are done properly. The key is to take a positive approach, according Dr. Roger Levin.
March 30, 2014
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