You know when the dentist is not happy with your work but you don’t say anything, just keep on plugging along hoping it is just a mood he/she is in and it will pass. Or perhaps you just shrug it off and say to yourself,...
Patients can complete the forms in one of three ways: Directly in the online form (e.g. on the operatory computer, on a tablet, etc.) On a Kiosk. Online using an internet browser. See Web Forms.(at Open Dental website) Forms can also be filled in on paper,...
By: James Anderson, DMD, CEO eAssist Dental Solutions In this ever-changing society, the most powerful and enduring brands are built from the heart. They are real and sustainable. Their foundations are stronger because they are built with the strength of the human spirit, not an ad...
Should I use code D6065 (implant supported porcelain/ceramic crown)? Or code and bill separately the abutment as D6056 and crown D6065? Use the following code under Single Crowns, Implant Supported: D6065 Implant Supported Porcelain/Ceramic Crown A single crown restoration that is retained, supported and stabilized by implant....
Megan Clabough has been with eAssist for 15 months. She originally applied to get away from working the crazy hours at an office she had been for years. After the birth of her son, she desired more flexibility in her schedule and the ability to...
By: Melinda Wilhelm, VP of Regional Manager Operations Dental Office Managers often tell me that they don’t have time to follow-up with unscheduled patients, yet much emphasis is placed on attracting new patients. A patient that has already experienced your practice yet has not scheduled...
By: Natalie Lucken, Account Manager Beginning your claims submission with a clean dental claim is key to getting efficient processing underway once the insurance company receives it. But what happens when the insurance decides to deny coverage to your patient? The best way to approach...
I have been in the dental field for over 30 years. Prior to finding eAssist I had been working for an oral surgeon for 16 years. It was a rather chaotic office and I really felt the desire to move on; but where to??...
By: Natalie Lucken, Account Manager Every year when the latest CDT codes are activated on January 1st, everyone who works in a dental office wonders, “Do we need to buy a new coding guide book?” We all know how complex the system of Common Dental Terminology (CDT)...
Did you know that most state and federally regulated insurance plans have an “all in” or “all out” clause? If the doctor owner is out of network yet hires an associate who wants to sign up for a PPO the payer may insist that the...
