Off the Cusp

JANUARY 29, 2025

Why Do Cybercriminals Attack Dental Practices? Dental practice management and imaging software contains, what White calls, a treasure trove of information. What Best Practices Should an Office Follow to Protect Against Cyberattacks and Stay HIPAA-Compliant?

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Dentistry Today

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Zentist, the leading provider of cloud-based insurance revenue cycle management (RCM) software for U.S. Her efforts have set a benchmark for best practices within the dental industry. About Zentist Zentist is the #1 cloud-based insurance revenue cycle management (RCM) software provider for U.S.

Insurance 147

Insurance Practice management Best practices 147

Carestack

DECEMBER 30, 2020

This involves prior-to-visit activities such as verification of insurance coverage, during-the-visit workflows such as collecting co-pays, and after-visit duties of claim application and rejection management. The global revenue cycle management market size is projected to reach USD 216,990.6 during the forecast period.

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Carestack

DECEMBER 30, 2020

This involves prior-to-visit activities such as verification of insurance coverage, during-the-visit workflows such as collecting co-pays, and after-visit duties of claim application and rejection management. The global revenue cycle management market size is projected to reach USD 216,990.6 during the forecast period.

Dental billing and coding 130

Dental billing and coding Practice management Insurance Managed services 130

Dentistry Today

JUNE 26, 2024

Key features and benefits of the new enterprise experience include: Improve Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) Velocity Create and distribute digital forms to any or all locations to enhance first-time insurance claim processing, saving staff time and reducing errors associated with manual data entry.

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Dental service organizations (DSOs) Dental practice management Insurance Practice management 147

Planet DDS

JANUARY 4, 2022

Insurance claims are submitted for fake claims and the reimbursement is pocketed . Once an employee is hired, it’s imperative that you protect your practice with safeguards against embezzlement. Security should be a standard operating procedure for your practice management system and software. .

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YapiApp

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Understanding HIPAA Compliance in Dental Practices Adhering to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a complex and legally required set of responsibilities. Regular Updates and Refreshers HIPAA regulations and best practices are not static; they evolve.

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Planet DDS

APRIL 27, 2021

Shifts in insurance provisions such as PPO plans and the growth of corporate dentistry are two forces to be reckoned with. Their standalone capabilities would often not integrate with your practice management software. Automation is possible across your practice. An up-to-date practice management software platform.

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Planet DDS

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Use your dental practice blog, social media platforms, and newsletter content to educate and inform your patients about relevant topics. . Upgrade your website to include a secure, online patient portal for online scheduling , Q&A content, financial and insurance issues, etc. . mobile dentistry, etc.). 3D Printing .

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Planet DDS

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Fortunately, cloud-based practice management systems are stepping in to streamline these processes, incorporating automation, workflow tools, reporting, and analytics to help dental service organizations ( DSOs ) optimize their RCM processes and boost practice management. It’s a benefit plan determined by the employer.”

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Planet DDS

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Having your front desk staff member spend time on collections efforts costs your practice time, energy, and money. Here are the top five ways Denticon Practice Management Solution helps ensure that your practice gets paid on time consistently. . Collecting Payments on Time.

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Membership plans Insurance Practice management Best practices 97

Planet DDS

JULY 12, 2021

Plant a seed in your patients about the need to monitor and use their remaining dental insurance benefits. For a deeper-dive into creating your recall strategy – check out this resource: Best Practices for Patient Recall Appointments. Thinking about or ready to update your dental practice management software?

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Social media Practice management Dental insurance Dental practice management 98

Off the Cusp

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Provide ample education to your staff about best practices for procedure scheduling after a patient has received their diagnosis. Payers: Try to negotiate with your insurance for better rates, adjust your fee schedule, and get rid of the policies that pay the lowest or are the most difficult to pay to enhance profitability.

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Off the Cusp

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Running a dental practice requires many critical functions, including ensuring patients return for preventive care, that they follow through on recommended treatment and that the practice gets paid — by patients and insurance companies — in a timely manner.

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Planet DDS

MARCH 6, 2024

Here is how sophisticated, cloud-based practice management systems are incorporating automation, workflow tools, reporting, and analytics to help DSOs improve their RCM processes and increase collections. That’s become especially important as dental practices face turnover and staffing shortages.

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YapiApp

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Begin with patient identification details like full name, date of birth, address, and insurance. Insurance details are key for rapid eligibility checks and claims processing. Capture the insurance provider name, member policy number, and group number if applicable. This fortifies a safety net in case any urgent needs arise.

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Scripting Insurance Best practices Practice management 52

Planet DDS

APRIL 19, 2021

The daily grind of running a dental practice…. Hiring and managing staff…. Dealing with insurance issues…. Their innovative perspective and expertise will spark ideas for you and your practice. The following resources can help: Leverage What You’ve Learned in 2020 to Reimagine Your Dental Practice in 2021.

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Practice management Dental trends Best practices Marketing 66

YapiApp

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Many offer free tiers, making them attractive for smaller practices. However, they lack features specifically tailored to booking a dentist appointment, such as insurance verification, new patient intake forms, and maintaining HIPAA compliance throughout the process. Their strengths lie in their simplicity and ease of use.

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YapiApp

AUGUST 21, 2023

By having patients fill out their medical history, insurance information, and other paperwork ahead of time, you can avoid bottlenecks in the waiting room. This article will help you build the right dental forms with tips on industry best practices. Research suggests that only 42.6%

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YapiApp

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Integrating seamless practice management with Yapi aligns staff workload to fill the schedule and boost production. Collections The collections metric provides real-time insight into the financial health of your dental practice by quantifying the actual money deposited into your accounts from patients and insurance companies.

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Planet DDS

AUGUST 8, 2024

With higher wages, higher supply costs, and stagnant insurance reimbursement rates, dental practice leaders are looking for innovative ways to increase same-store revenue. In some cases, they’re tracking their current processes and protocols to identify inefficiencies and implement solutions. We added Overjet to Apteryx.

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YapiApp

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Transitioning to digital radiography and electronic charting further enhances efficiency, aligning with best practices like six-handed dentistry for smoother dental operations. Staff training should begin with clearly defined protocols for common tasks like scheduling appointments, verifying insurance, and collecting payments.

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YapiApp

AUGUST 23, 2023

For dental practices, this means ensuring compliance with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) regulations when using digital dental forms and records. Train Staff Thoroughly on Security Protocols Although annual HIPAA training is legally required, best practices necessitate regular, collaborative sessions.

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Planet DDS

MARCH 22, 2024

It is one of several third-party security frameworks that enterprise software companies can choose to show compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act’s (HIPAA) broad standards for data security. SOC 2 Type II is a thorough audit covering best practices, like encrypting data when it is stored and in transit.

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YapiApp

MARCH 21, 2023

A thoughtful patient appointment scheduling method is the first step toward better dental practice management. Additionally, training the team with best practices for scheduling helps create an overall culture of customer service excellence within the practice.

Practice management 52

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YapiApp

MARCH 21, 2023

A thoughtful patient appointment scheduling method is the first step toward better dental practice management. Having a waiting list for potential appointment cancellations allows the dental practice to fill any canceled slots. What are the Benefits of Staying on Top of Your Patient Appointment Scheduling?

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YapiApp

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Long-Term Operational Communication : Discussions around practice management, such as equipment purchases, service expansions, or staff training programs, typically don’t fit into the daily communication flow. These require a repository of information and file sharing that can be accessed and built upon over time.

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YapiApp

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Personalized prompts that include the patient’s name and visit details add a human touch, making patients feel more connected to your practice. Provide essential information like what insurance cards to bring, arrival time, and parking details.

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YapiApp

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

HIPAA, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, is the legal standard for protecting sensitive patient data in health care, including in dental practices. Best Practices For Transitioning To Digital Forms Preparation and Planning : A well-thought-out transition plan is essential.

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