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at an in network office compared to an OON, unless the in network was over treating. (Ive seen plenty of patients come to me for second opinion from chain offices with thousand dollar treatment plans for SRP, and arestin, when they have perfectly healthy gums ). Its also sad that a very high
December 09, 2023
Going Out of Network
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England for the last 26 years. Their fees undercut my fees slightly, but all in all it been a healthy financial alliance. The fear of it one day disappearing is mitigated by the success stories on the threads. I'm jealous of those that had the stones to kick Delta to the curb. However 50% of my
April 08, 2026
Going Out of Network
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question. I'm in the same situation. Healthier mouths, fewer teeth loss. I wonder how the different age demographics feel about insurance and PPO's and going out of network? This sounds like what I am facing now. This morning, FD had two obituaries of two more boomer patients that passed away
February 23, 2026
Going Out of Network
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of Dental Plans. That includes nearly 90% of children. With dental insurance, you have access to low-cost preventive care. That means youre more likely to visit the dentist frequently and less likely to suffer from cavities and gum disease.In 2019, Delta Dental companies cover more Americans than any
August 16, 2020
Going Out of Network
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: Look, I work for you, and you are responsible for the fee. My staff and I will do our very best to get you healthy and keep you healthy. We will also do everything I can to help you get properly reimbursed by your insurance company, but they are basically crooks, and they would like nothing better than
December 31, 2024
Going Out of Network
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that advertising when going OON to keep healthy NP flow. When you dropped Metlife that should have opened up a significant advertising budget. 30% fee reductions on 20% of a 1 million patient base equals about $60k a year you could spend on advertising to fee for service patients, and once you get
October 16, 2022
Going Out of Network
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arrive in healthy numbers. All new patients (and those who have become established in the past 2 years) do pay in full at every appointment. The copay at recalls are for existing patients who didnt come into the practice when the policy was changed to pay in full and your insurance reimburses you. Im
September 03, 2023
Going Out of Network
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healthier and the money is coming in. They got more swag. I like it. They have more swag cuz their leader does. I've got one staff member, who has been my right hand since since 2013, and she seems to finally be catching on. She is great, but the first 6 months with her this year were awful
August 17, 2023
Going Out of Network
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of the letter I sent which was shared on a FB group that I slightly modified. Feel free to tweak and use. Lance Dear I hope that you are staying healthy and safe. Recently, I made a very difficult decision. Delta Dental insurance has become increasingly difficult to work with. They impose
October 06, 2022
Going Out of Network
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headspace for very long. Thats how the terrorists win. Not only is it a healthier mental state, it gives you more time to focus on things that make you money (which is a long run net financial win) and you can spend more time mentally free to enjoy life. IMHO as soon as you let go of your ego in the sense
February 24, 2023
Going Out of Network
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and that Delta fee schedule is one of the highest ones I've heard if it's only a 22 percent write off from your normal fees. Honestly, and this is coming from a FFS guy, I would keep things as is for now. You got systems in place. You got a solid fee schedule. And you're making a healthy income. I would
February 05, 2025
Going Out of Network
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focus on pathology. We do a new patient interview with them to get to know them, take xrays, photos and intraorals and do a thorough clinical exam examining everything from muscles, TMJ, lymph nodes, bite, occlusion and obviously teeth and gums. Sometimes it takes less time but not by much
November 07, 2023
Going Out of Network
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a tree. Cutting things back for a healthier tree. Ive followed your posts for years, and Im glad to see you doing whats right for the long term health of yourself and your practice. Would say this is not likely with teachers. Teachers hate paying for dental treatment. Very insurance conscious
January 04, 2021
Going Out of Network
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this bastard just might do it. Like I said earlier--about once a month I feel like a fraud and I let it creep into my head for minute. It's healthy and normal. Sometimes you just need to tell it to shut the hell up. I have a subscription to some dental demographics stuff right now and just looked this up out of curiosity. Your location is much more saturated than you think, really impressive.
February 11, 2022
Going Out of Network
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required to process thembiggest overhead in any office.I think at the end of the day its all about how you value your work. IMO having your teeth cleaned by a professional, radiographs taken and a doctor making sure youre healthy is worth WAY more than microwaved food and ice cream. Be honest, how
March 01, 2023
Going Out of Network
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corners, used quality labs. Finally- We always kept up to date with the latest advances in dentistry- had a CBCT, CEREC, Diagnodent, Laser, etc. Sadly, I came to the conclusion years ago that, at least in my area, the FFS model is going to become extinct. At one time I too had a healthy number of new
October 14, 2020
Going Out of Network
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graduated at the top of their class but is cold. This type of kindness not only brings better outcomes for patients, but healthier lives for physicians, too. What steps can physicians take to ensure they are embracing the advantages of compassion? It starts with an honest assessment of your habits
October 10, 2020
Going Out of Network
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