How do I stay profitable after dropping PPO Plans?

Less Insurance Dependence Podcast

In this episode of The Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah explore strategies for maintaining profitability after dropping PPO plans. They emphasize the dual approach of increasing revenues and decreasing expenses, noting that eliminating the high overhead of PPO adjustments is crucial.

Gary advises focusing on building a strong hygiene department, incorporating high-value services like adult orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry, and dental implants, and using oral conscious sedation to boost treatment acceptance. He also highlights the importance of effective marketing, maximizing the use of auxiliary team members, and improving case presentation skills to increase daily production.

The episode concludes with a discussion of the most profitable elective procedures, such as dental implants, adult orthodontics, and smile design. These services not only generate high revenue but also meet patient demands for comprehensive care. The hosts underline that with the right strategies, practices can successfully transition away from PPO plans and achieve greater profitability.