Buffet Breakfast at 8am,
Meeting starts at 8:30 with a door prize raffle and officially ends at 10:30
“The After Meeting” starts at 10:30 and all are welcome to linger and chat…
Our first speaker will be Adriana Amorim, Professional Relations Representative for Delta Dental of Massachusetts will answer questions and update everyone with current DD information.
Questions submitted to Adriana include:
- What is Delta’s expectation for a response time by provider reps to a practice inquiry? We seem to have to call multiple times.
If you have a procedure that Delta downgrades, do we have to accept that fee…?
Are all DD plans going to be enrolled in the new plan?
When offering a case fee or discount to a patient or employee, does the discount have to be submitted on the claim?
What is the filing limit for dental claims?
Can a provider be in network with just Plus Premier now?
Are there more than one set of fee schedules? How are Aspen and Gentle Dental able to advertise and charge discounted fees?
Can I use Chewsi in my office and not be in violation of my Delta Contract?
Please explain the different plans: EPOs, MPE? Total Choice?
Can we offer Senior, Military or “Pay in Full” discounts and how do we handle that with Delta?
Our second speaker is Ben Hall from Overview whose primary focus and expertise is with indirect operating expenses. On average, indirect operating expenses can equal 35% of total revenues, and represent a significant opportunity for savings. Overview offers savings in
Telecommunications
Credit Card Fees
Payroll
Tax Credits and Deductions
Business Insurance
Office Supplies
Energy Sources
Waster Removal
Ben says “If you think you have the best deal, let us show you how to further enhance your savings. If you’re not sure you have the best rates, or if you’re dissatisfied with your existing service, talk to me.”
It will be a very interesting meeting!
