Halloween is a time of year that children and adults alike look forward to with great anticipation. The costumes, the candy, and the spooky decorations all contribute to the excitement of this holiday. However, for dental professionals, Halloween can also be a time of increased stress and dental emergencies. The consumption of sugary treats, and […]
Coordination of benefits (COB) is a consistently challenging area for most dental administrators, regardless of experience. Multiple factors affect the order in which dental claims should be filed to multiple payors. These confusing COB rules often make calculating the correct patient responsibility amount – and any required write-offs – more difficult. Keep reading for an […]
Arguably, insurance verification is one of the most critical steps in the revenue cycle pipeline of a dental practice. With approximately two-thirds of Americans enrolled in private insurance plans, insurance verification is an essential step in creating accurate treatment estimations, maximizing legitimate reimbursement, and building trust with teammates and patients. Then why is insurance verification […]
Dental billing best practices for two-step procedures Are you seeing dental claim denials for two-step procedures, such as crowns and removable prosthodontics? You aren’t alone. We asked one of the Practice Booster Advisors to give dental billing best practices for two-step procedures so that you can confidently avoid unnecessary denials. Incurred liability date When you […]
Dental practice discounts vs. copay forgiveness Do you have confusion and concern surrounding dental practice discounts and copay forgiveness? Maybe your office wants to extend a helping hand to patients who are experiencing financial hardship as a show of goodwill. How do you do this without risking a dental insurance audit – or worse? Let’s […]