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If you answer "YES" to any of these questions, you will want this workbook. ➡️ Do you want to generate accurate treatment plan estimate for your patients without your hand written scribble all over it? ➡️ Would you like to be able to collect at the time of service without pulling out your calculator every time? ➡️ Do you frequently have to call the patient back and schedule their treatment because you don't have time to create the treatment plan estimate on the day its diagnosed. ➡️ Do you think it would be AMAZING if ANYONE on the team could review a treatment plan with the patient and feel confident about it? Our Insurance 101 course in the Novonee library will eliminate the frustration of insurance plan setup and generating treatment plan estimates. YOU NEED THIS‼️ Find out how by going to novonee.com or booking a discovery call with Dayna today. #DentrixCourse #DentalTeamTraining

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Here's the tl;dr: Get to the point. Instead of asking people to read a few hundred words, distill the key info up top. Unless you're on reddit, don't say tl;dr: "here's the short version," or "here's the most important info" are universally understood where tl;dr isn't. Here's the context. We received a letter from our family doctor. It was long. It detailed some new fees for things not covered by our universal healthcare (OHIP). It justified and explained these new fees with a little handwringing for good measure. The two-page letter offered a fee table, and a couple of options for patients: pay-per-use for services that aren't covered by provincial insurance or pay what amounts to an up-front annual subscription fee. The tl;dr might have looked something like this: Here's the short version: Not all services are covered by OHIP but providing these services has a real cost to our office. We're introducing new fees, inline with provincial guidelines, to cover the cost of providing these services. Patients can pay per service needed or pay a flat fee once per year. The details, fee tables, and context our valued patients need follow. When I first received this letter, I opened it, started to read, then put it aside. It was long and I was in tidy up mode, not decipher-a-wall-of-text mode. I got the sense it was important and contained information I needed to know but I wasn't in a place to stop and take it in at that moment. With a tl;dr, I would have taken away the key points. I might even have read on in that moment. People won't read everything. Not even when it's high-stakes. So get the important info out early. Don't bury the lede. And while I only have anecdotal evidence to support this claim, a tl;dr makes readers more—not less—likely to read on. So use a tl;dr which incidentally stands for "too long; didn't read." Perhaps I should have put that part up top...

Don't let prior authorization stress you out! 🤯 Understanding this process can save you time and money. 🏥 Key points to remember: >> It's a process insurance companies use to determine if a medical service is necessary. >> In-network providers usually handle this for you. >> Out-of-network providers might require you to submit paperwork directly. >> Provide complete information and communicate with your provider to streamline the process. >> Be persistent if your request is denied. Want more tips? Check out our blog post on this topic: https://wp.me/p3HM6a-12MY

Join me for our Medicare Marketing: Agency Builder webinar. Let's start off the new year reviewing how to correctly set up your insurance agency or grow your business by hiring downline agents. This webinar is for independent agents who are just getting started or a single agent looking to expand. Learn how to effectively set up your agency, optimize growth, and make 2025 your best year yet. https://lnkd.in/gCr_GANn

Build a Successful Business Without Insurance: “Lessons from the School of Hard Knocks.” From building a thriving private practice to running a consulting business that empowers other doctors, this episode is packed with reliable lessons that any business owner could learn from. Tune in to discover how to navigate the challenges, seize opportunities, and achieve sustainable growth in the healthcare industry. https://hubs.ly/Q02vf1Lz0 Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation! #PrivatePracticeSuccess #LessonsLearned #HealthcareInnovation #OneStepBeyondCyberPodcast

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🎥 Understanding Balance Billing & Surprise Billing | Tips to Protect Yourself 💡 Ever been hit with unexpected medical bills? 😳 You're not alone! Let's break down balance billing and surprise billing so you know how to avoid these financial shocks. 💸 🔍 What’s Balance Billing? When your provider bills you for the difference between what your insurance covers and what they charge. 🚨 Surprise Billing? Charges you didn’t expect from out-of-network providers, even if you went to an in-network facility! 💡 Tips to Avoid Surprise Bills: Verify Your Providers: Always check if your providers are in-network. Understand Your Coverage: Know what your insurance plan covers, including out-of-network care. Negotiate Bills: If you receive a surprise bill, don't hesitate to negotiate or ask for itemized charges. Use State & Federal Protections: Some laws can protect you from these bills—know your rights! Don't let these bills catch you off guard—take control of your healthcare costs today! 💪

📢 Helpful Tips for Medicare Brokers! This week's tip: Invest in Yourself As a Medicare insurance agent, your knowledge and expertise are your most valuable assets. Continuously invest in your professional development by attending industry conferences, participating in training sessions, and utilizing educational resources. This will keep you at the forefront of the industry and enhance your ability to serve your clients effectively. Stay informed, stay ahead, and watch your business thrive! 💼 #AdvocateforAgents #AdvocateHealthAdvisors #AdvocateforVeterans #MedicareAdvantage #HelpfulTipsForBrokers #InsuranceBrokers #StayInformed #ClientSuccess

📚 Insurance Terminology 101: Patient Access Staff Training 📚 Welcome to Patient Access Training! In this video, we break down key insurance terms you’ll use every day, like co-pays, deductibles, coinsurance, in-network vs. out-of-network providers, balance billing, contractual allowances, the No Surprises Act, and maximum out-of-pocket limits. Learn how to: ✅ Understand common insurance terminology ✅ Clearly explain financial responsibilities to patients ✅ Build trust by simplifying complex concepts Patient access staff play a vital role in the healthcare experience—let’s make it a great one! #PatientAccess #RevenueCycleTraining #InsuranceBasics #HealthcareTraining #RCM