“Oh no! My dental claim didn’t pay again!” This is often said in dental offices nationwide. But why? The truth is some claims need supporting documentation to show “proof” that the procedures performed for the patient were actually warranted.
When any patient walks into your office with dental insurance, several steps must be taken to make sure you are compensated for your work. Insurance is a business just like any other. We all know they are in it to make money, right? Of course they are! And for these reasons, getting your patient’s dental insurance claim paid can sometimes be a little more difficult than one might think.
This month we’re talking about how to process perio procedures properly so you can ensure your patient’s insurance covers the procedures and you collect as much reimbursement as possible.
Set Up Your Dental Practice for Success- 3 Things Easy to Forget Since insurance is anything but straightforward, there are three things you don’t want to forget as you set up your dental practice for insurance success. When starting a practice or opening a new location, many doctors have a ton of logistics to tackle, but the details regarding how to get started with insurance and where to learn about claims can seem convoluted and insurmountable.
Dental insurance fraud is no joke. Much like with delays and denials, human error can lead to a slippery slope, but there are also a handful of actions that will lead to intentional dental insurance fraud.
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Talking About Payment for Dental Care Oftentimes, while your patients are worried about the outcome of their appointment and what the price will be for their procedures, your dental team may be anxious about talking about money, especially if they have knowledge of the patient’s background or financial situation. Setting patient expectations regarding payment for dental care will have a great impact on the success of your practice.
