Dental insurance participation can be one of the most frustrating—and financially impactful—aspects of running a practice. With increasing complexity around PPO contracts, shared networks, and post-COVID industry shifts, providers need to be more strategic than ever. Here’s what dental offices should know before diving into fee negotiations or reconsidering insurance network participation.

When a patient has both Medicare and dental coverage through their spouse’s employer, things can get confusing — especially when it comes to determining which insurance is primary. This is where Medicare’s Coordination of Benefits (COB) rules come into play — and understanding them can prevent denied claims and save you (and your patients) unnecessary stress.

The leadership provided by an office manager is instrumental in maintaining efficiency and fostering a positive atmosphere.

The 2024 CDT code updates bring a mix of additions, revisions, and deletions to help streamline billing processes and ensure accuracy in coding. These updates reflect the evolving landscape of dental treatments and technologies, so it's essential to stay on top of them to avoid any billing hiccups.

Data entry may seem like a simple task, but it plays a vital role in the overall functioning of a dental practice. Accurate data entry ensures that patient information is correctly recorded, reducing the risk of errors, audits, and potential backlash for the practice. It also helps in maintaining up-to-date records, which is essential for insurance claims and billing purposes.

Efficiency is crucial in any business, and dental practices are no exception. One area where efficiency can make a significant impact is in dental insurance payment posting. Properly managing insurance payments is essential for accounts receivables and maintaining accurate patient accounts