Dental Business RX

Want a treatment plan for immediate practice growth and better profitability? Want actions you can do right now to raise collections, operate more efficiently, build a reliable team, see more high-quality new patients, and take home a bigger profit? In the Dental Business Rx Podcast, we get right down to business with actionable tips and tools you can start using today. Your host, Jeff Blumberg, will lay out many of the core concepts that MGE: Management Experts’ clients have used to create some of the most productive and profitable practices in the US and Canada, and you’ll also be hearing from other MGE consultants and successful dentist clients to share their secrets for success. Start listening and let’s create practice success in 30 minutes or less!

Ep. 212: How to Handle Out of Network and Shopper Calls

Price-shoppers and insurance questions are two of the biggest reasons dental offices lose new patients on the phone. Jeff and Sabri break down step-by-step methods to flip these calls into opportunities that fill your schedule.  Phone Skills Course - https://ddssuccess.com/p/phone-skills-2-0  Phone Scripts - https://www.mgeonline.com/the-mge-new-patient-phone-scripts-ebook 

10-06
32:29

Ep. 211: Why Your Dental Practice is Underperforming: A Case Study

What if your biggest growth opportunity is hiding in the patients you’ve already seen? Learn how tracking retention and reactivating overdue patients can double hygiene flow and unlock real expansion. 

09-29
29:12

Ep. 210: The Office Manager Daily Checklist

Too many practices struggle because their office manager’s role isn’t clearly defined. This episode lays out the step-by-step daily actions that keep your stats climbing and your team on track.    The MGE Power Program - https://www.mgeonline.com/power-program  Episode 210 downloads - https://www.mgeonline.com/episode-210-downloads-form-page/ 

09-22
45:30

Ep. 209: Why Your New Patient Numbers Suck

This episode of Dental Business RX shows how poor phone handling costs practices new patients—and how to fix it. Jeff Blumberg shares simple steps to track calls, audit results, and boost conversions.    New Patient Intake Form - https://www.mgeonline.com/np-intake-form/  New Patient Call Log - https://www.mgeonline.com/np-call-log/  Phone Skills Course - https://ddssuccess.com/p/phone-skills-2-0  Phone Scripts - https://www.mgeonline.com/the-mge-new-patient-phone-scripts-ebook 

09-15
25:49

Ep. 208: Using Statistics to Take Control of Your Practice

In this episode, Jeff Blumberg reveals the essential statistics every dental office must track—plus how to use them weekly to spot problems early, boost efficiency, and keep your team accountable.  The MGE Power Program - https://www.mgeonline.com/power-program  ABC Communication & Sales Seminars - https://www.mgeonline.com/abc  Dental Office Statistics Handout - https://www.mgeonline.com/dental-office-statistics/     

09-08
35:29

Ep. 207: Marketing to Your Existing Patient Base

Most practices focus all their energy on attracting new patients—but the real goldmine is the people already in your chairs. In this week’s episode, Jeff reveals proven strategies to keep patients active, complete more treatment, and generate more referrals from your current base.    Download the MGE Reactivation Program - https://www.mgeonline.com/mge-reactivation-program 

09-01
31:35

Ep. 206: Reviving Struggling Areas of Your Practice

In this episode, Jeff discusses how monitoring changes and the cycle of production can unlock hidden fixes in your practice. 

08-25
32:04

Ep. 205: 5 Ways to Fix Your Schedule And Improve Production

In this episode, Jeff Blumberg breaks down five simple, high-impact scheduling fixes that can slash wait times, boost revenue, and give you back control of your day.  DDS Success (coupon code RX269) - https://ddssuccess.com/  The Art of Scheduling Live Stream - https://www.mgeonline.com/scheduling-livestream/ 

08-18
27:49

Ep. 204: Patient Disapproved For Financing? Here’s How to Save the Case

Ever had a patient excited about treatment—only to lose them when financing falls through? In this episode, Jeff Blumberg reveals a step-by-step system to prevent denials from killing your case acceptance, keep patients motivated, and ensure they still get the care they need.    The MGE Communication & Sales Seminars - https://www.mgeonline.com/abc   

08-11
24:28

Ep 203: These 4 Mistakes May Be Holding Your Practice Back

In this episode, Jeff Blumberg breaks down the top four mistakes dental practice owners make (with an added bonus!) And, more importantly, how to fix each one to reclaim growth, reduce stress, and run a more profitable business.  The MGE Power Program - https://www.mgeonline.com/power-program  Dental Office Statistics Handout - https://www.mgeonline.com/dental-office-statistics/ 

08-04
24:38

Ep 202: How Much Should a Dental Hygienist Produce?

Could your hygiene department be underperforming? Jeff, with special guest Sabri Blumberg, reveal the production benchmarks every hygienist should hit, the costly mistakes most offices make, and a free tool to fix it.    Episode 202 Handout - https://www.mgeonline.com/episode-202-downloads-form-page/  ABC Communication & Sales Seminars - https://www.mgeonline.com/abc  Email any questions for Sabri to Sabrib@mgeonline.com. 

07-28
27:45

Ep. 201: 12 Customer Service Mistakes That Drive Patients Away

Most patients won’t complain—they’ll just stop coming. In this episode, Jeff Blumberg shares the 12 most common customer service slip-ups that quietly wreck patient retention, and how to fix them fast to boost satisfaction, referrals, and revenue.  DDS Success (coupon code RX269) - https://ddssuccess.com/  The MGE Power Program - https://www.mgeonline.com/power-program  The Art of Scheduling Live Stream - https://www.mgeonline.com/scheduling-livestream/

07-21
38:05

Ep. 200: Don't Write Off Another Penny: A System to Fix Your Collections Process

Overdue balances piling up? In this episode, Jeff Blumberg breaks down a simple, proven system for collecting patient balances and explains why poor financial arrangements can quietly wreck your cash flow.    DDS Success (coupon code RX269) - https://ddssuccess.com/  Episode 200 Handouts - https://www.mgeonline.com/episode-200-downloads-form-page/ 

07-14
31:17

Ep 199: Consistency is the Key to Success

Chasing the next big idea won’t fix a broken schedule or low case acceptance—but consistency will. In this episode, Jeff Blumberg breaks down why mastering the fundamentals is what really drives success in a dental practice.    DDS Success (coupon code RX269) - https://ddssuccess.com/ ABC Communication & Sales Seminars - https://www.mgeonline.com/abc  The MGE New Patient Workshop - https://www.newpatients.net  Care to Share Program – https://www.mgeonline.com/care-enough-to-share-program/        

07-07
20:34

Ep. 198: Getting Comfortable Presenting Treatment

Feeling awkward when it’s time to present treatment? In this episode, Jeff Blumberg shares practical tips and a five-step system to make treatment presentations smoother, more confident, and far more successful.   DDS Success (coupon code RX269) - https://ddssuccess.com/  ABC Communication & Sales Seminars - https://www.mgeonline.com/abc   

06-30
16:52

Ep. 197: Eight Ways to Fill Openings in the Doctor's Schedule

Last-minute cancellations can have negative effects on not only your day, but your practice too. In this episode, Jeff Blumberg shares a practical, eight-step system to quickly recover lost production and keep your schedule on track.    DDS Success (coupon code RX269) - https://ddssuccess.com/   Handout - https://www.mgeonline.com/episode-197-downloads-form-page/      

06-23
22:51

EP 196: How to Fill Last Minute Openings on the Hygiene Schedule

In this episode, Jeff Blumberg shares a proven 9-step system to quickly fill same-day hygiene openings—without the chaos—and keep your schedule productive.   DDS Success (coupon code RX269) - https://ddssuccess.com/  Handout - https://www.mgeonline.com/episode-196-downloads-form-page/

06-16
18:11

Ep. 195: Confirmations, Cancellations, and No-Shows

Cancellations and no-shows draining your schedule? Jeff Blumberg breaks down why today’s confirmation systems fall short—and what you can do to fix it.   DDS Success (coupon code RX269) - https://ddssuccess.com/  DDS Overhead Management - https://www.ddsom.com/  Hygiene Reminders and Confirmations - https://www.mgeonline.com/episode-195-downloads-form-page/  

06-09
22:36

Ep. 194: From Debt to Ownership: A Roadmap for New Dentists

Crushed by debt and considering a DSO just to stay afloat? Before you make a move that could define your entire career, listen to this. In this episode, Jeff Blumberg lays out what every new or soon-to-graduate dentist must know about breaking free from the associate trap and building a real future in dentistry. The window of opportunity is wide open—but only if you know where to look.    The MGE Power Program - https://www.mgeonline.com/power-program  DDS Success - https://ddssuccess.com/  Jeff’s Email – Jeffb@mgeonline.com 

06-02
27:58

Ep. 193: State of the Dental Industry 2025

What’s really happening in the dental industry—and what does it mean for your practice? In this special deep-dive episode of Dental Business RX, Jeff Blumberg breaks down the biggest trends shaping dentistry today, including an aging workforce, declining practice ownership, DSO expansion, and a looming dentist shortage. Whether you’re a new grad or a seasoned pro, this episode lays out the coming changes and what you can do right now to stay ahead of the curve.  Slideshow & DSO Summit - https://www.mgeonline.com/episode-193-downloads-form-page/  Free Fees & Plans Analysis - https://www.mgeonline.com/fees-and-plans 

05-26
01:02:32

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