Dr. James V. Anderson

Patient Communication
Written patient communication makes for better relationships
The most heated miscommunications in dental practices involve insurance benefits and financial arrangements with patients. Dr. James Anderson of eAssist explains the importance of written patient communication and offers tips for documenting this information.
October 20, 2019
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Dental Practice
To avoid lost revenue, read your insurance contract's fine print
Being unfamiliar with limitations in insurance network contracts can cost your practice revenue and even patient goodwill. Dr. James Anderson of eAssist details why you need this information and how you can use it to improve your practice's bottom line.
October 8, 2019
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Insurance
5 steps to appeal denied claims
Every practice experiences a denial of their claims, but why does it happen, and how can you increase the likelihood that your appeal will be accepted? Dr. James Anderson of eAssist notes the common mistakes to avoid and outlines five practical ways your practice can improve immediately.
September 24, 2019
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