Insurance fee schedules can be confusing, even for seasoned dental coordinators. A common error? Using the wrong "fee schedule" when estimating costs, which can lead to unexpected bills and unhappy patients. Learn about the four main types—Full Fee, UCR, INN, and MAC—and the key differences and potential pitfalls for each.

As the year draws to a close, dental offices must consider a range of factors to ensure their practice operates efficiently and effectively. This article delves into key aspects, including insurance, patient scheduling, equipment management, and the use of marketing letters, offering valuable insights and guidance. 

With the current economic market, it has never been more imperative to assess our business practices and find ways to counter the rising costs of overhead expenses as well as stagnant insurance fees.  A review of your expenses should be done more than once a year to make sure you aren’t overspending.