Send us a Text Message.Unlock the full potential of your dental practice with expert insights from Jennifer Lyman, our esteemed hygiene coach at Hidden Dental Profit. Together, we're cutting through the noise to bring you a comprehensive series on periodontal performance—an area too crucial to ignore. Our discussion goes beyond the surface, as we dissect perio performance percentages and their pivotal role in evaluating and enhancing the treatment of periodontal disease. We're not just crunch...
Send us a Text Message.As I sat down with Tessina Bullock, the powerhouse behind Veris Insurance Verification, a tale of transformation unfolded. From her early days as a dental assistant to her ascension as a dental billing mogul, Tessina's trajectory is a masterclass in leveraging communication prowess and strategic acumen to navigate the complexities of dental insurance verification and appeals. Her insights illuminate the path for dental practitioners to not only submit claims with confid...
Send us a Text Message.Embark on a voyage through the complex seas of dental billing where precision and integrity are your most trusted navigators. We dissect the treacherous practices of billing for insurance benefits instead of actual services, exposing the hidden icebergs of fraud that could sink your dental practice's reputation. From the misuse of X-ray codes to the critical need for accurate clinical documentation, we illuminate the path to ethical billing, ensuring that your practice ...
Send us a Text Message.Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the labyrinth of billing and coding in your dental practice? Prepare to navigate this complex terrain with confidence as we dissect the art of billing department optimization. Our conversation steers you through the process of decluttering your practice management software, much like tidying a hoarder's abode. We confront the common fear of conflict head-on, revealing its true nature as a growth catalyst, essential for the evolution of ...
Send us a Text Message.Ever wondered how a seamless transition from a clinical role to office management is made? This episode is your golden ticket, packed with advice from my personal journey managing multiple dental practices. Anchoring this episode is a deep dive into the importance of understanding management principles within the dental industry. We'll share the challenges and triumphs from my adventure in the realm of dental office management and provide you with practical insights. If...
Send us a Text Message.How would you like to get inside the mind of the legendary Howard Farran, founder of Dentaltown and author of Uncomplicate Business? We've got an enlightening chat with Howard on this episode, revealing the inspiration and journey behind creating Dentaltown, an empowering online community and mobile app for dental professionals. Howard unpacks the power of Dentaltown's resources including interactive message boards that serve as a hub for advice, support, and profession...
Send us a Text Message.Are you leaving money on the table due to incorrect dental billing? Ever wondered how diagnosis codes can make a difference in your practice? As your host, Erica Aguilar, I bring to you a comprehensive guide on the significance of these codes and how to pick the right one from the CDT book. We delve into the importance of documenting a diagnosis during the exam for payment qualification and how to ensure your clinical documentation is not just current but compliant.&nbs...
Send us a Text Message.I've had the opportunity to sit down and have a deep and enlightening conversation with Jennifer Lyman, a devoted dental hygienist with a heart for recognizing signs of sleep apnea in children. It was fascinating to hear about her journey and how her experiences have shaped her practice and fueled her passion for educating others about sleep apnea, a potentially fatal condition that we should all be aware of. We also got to talk about the beneficial effects of myof...
Send us a Text Message.Do you ever wonder about the intricacies of insurance claims and the importance of having proper documentation in dental practices? We bet our guest today, Dr. Roy Shelburne, can shine a light on that. A seasoned dentist, practice owner, and survivor of a healthcare fraud conviction, Dr. Shelburne's story is striking, a true eye-opener for other dental professionals, as he shares his experiences and the lessons he learned.Dr. Shelburne passionately dives into the world ...
Send us a Text Message.Do you ever find scrubs irresistible? Kiera did, and her love for scrubs steered her into a fascinating journey through the dental industry. Today, she takes us through her evolution from a dental assistant in Utah, all the way to owning her own practice and establishing the Dental A Team. This company is Kiera's brainchild, dedicated to aiding dental offices with practice management. Kiera's journey is an inspiring one, and it isn't just about her story. She's als...
Send us a Text Message.Ever wondered why so many dental claims get denied and overlooked? This episode takes you behind the scenes of dental billing and claim appeals with Morgan, popularly known as Front Office Friend, who brings an impressive 11 years of experience in the dental field to the table. Morgan's lifelong love for dentistry drives this insightful discussion as we dive into the state of the dental industry, including a startling study that reveals only 33% of all denied claims are...
Send us a Text Message.Get ready to demystify the labyrinth of dental billing changes coming in 2024! You'll gain invaluable insights into the American Dental Association's new service category, Sleep, and how this addition increases the dental categories to a total of 13. We'll break down how these extra codes can lead to more precise interactions with providers and patients, and why this doesn't automatically mean insurance payouts will increase. Then, we'll pivot to understanding the ...
Send us a Text Message.Are you ready to navigate the world of dentistry with no background whatsoever? Imagine learning everything from dental administration ABCs to a PhD level understanding in just six months. Welcome to the Front Office Lab, our unique dental front office training program where we equip you with a wealth of resources, assignments, and in-depth trainings. In this journey, you'll not just master the administrative ropes, but also uncover the significance of marketing and adv...
Send us a Text Message.Growing up as a daddy's girl, Martell Coke faced incredible obstacles, from a family of 10 siblings to surviving a tough childhood without amenities such as toothbrushes or clean drinking water. But through determination and a fierce passion for education, she defied the odds and became an accomplished dental hygienist. Join me in this powerful episode as we uncover Martell's extraordinary journey and the lessons we can all learn from her resilience.Martell and I dive i...
Send us a Text Message.As a Dental Billing Coach, I often have the pleasure of meeting other dental coaches who focus on the billing department. I love to discuss the challenges they see with the revenue cycle and how they address them. Some of the coaches I have met with, have extensive backgrounds in dentistry and recently took the leap into "dentalprenuer-ship". This is the case with today's guest, Mel Berg. She has quite the experience in dental billing and has recently set up her co...
Send us a Text Message.In this week's episode, Ericka has a conversation with Dr. Joshua Golden D.D.S. about his perspective on dental billing challenges in his practice. Dr. Golden has a beautiful practice in Sunrise, Florida called West Sunrise Dentistry. He takes pride in providing his patients with top-level dentistry. Insurance reimbursements are simply not cutting it when it comes to covering the costs of goods which leads to many frustrations for a Dentist and practice owner. As b...
Send us a Text Message.Do you prepare for your patient's appointments with a chart prep checklist? What about using a routing slip? In this episode, Ericka talks about the use of a routing slip and how you can create ease of flow by leveling up your chart preparation process. Want a copy of the routing slip that Ericka uses with her clients? Head over to our website and grab your copy there! www.hiddendentalprofit.comWe hope that you enjoy this shorty episode! With gratitude,Th...
Send us a Text Message.Part 2 of day 1 inside the lab! In this episode, Ericka continues to walk her students through the dental coding guide. Did you know that dentistry is divided into 12 categories of service? It is! As a dental biller, it is important to understand how to navigate through each category when you are looking for a code. This becomes even more important when you are learning to understand insurance categories of benefits. Listen in as the class wraps up on day...
Send us a Text Message.Have you ever wanted to learn dental billing? In this week's episode, we share our first session in our new group coaching program The Dental Billing Lab. This group training is designed for individuals with little to no experience in dental billing. It's not too late to join! Click on this link to join today! https://thedentalbillingcoach.com/thedentallabGot questions? Email Ericka: admin@dentalbillingcollege.comSee you in this episode, f...
Send us a Text Message.In this quick episode, Ericka talks about the differenc between D0150 vs. D0180 and why most offices are not utilizing D0180. She also get's into D4355 and the appropriate code to use in that situation. We hope you enjoy this shorty episode! Email Ericka: admin@dentalbillingcollege.com Connect with Ericka on LinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/dentalbillingcoach Email Ericka:ericka@veritasdentalresourrces.comSchedule a FREE consultation with Ericka:https://link.brand...