Less Insurance Dependence Podcast

Less Insurance Dependence Podcast

There is an underlying precept in our country’s healthcare system that medical professionals can only survive through increased participation in insurance programs. The Less Insurance Dependence podcast series exposes that misperception, shedding light on how Dentists can thrive by breaking out of the insurance-controlled business model.

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June 1, 2023 22 mins

Uncover the key to dental marketing success in this captivating podcast episode. Gary and Naren unveil three potent website additions that entice and convert prospective patients. Gain invaluable insights from Dr. Cialdini's expertise in the science of influence and dominate the market by mastering Google's organic search strategies.

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Join us as we delve into the intricacies of managing a dental practice and explore the impact of hygiene services on PPO fees. We analyze dental practices' financial challenges in high-cost states like California and question the viability of providing hygiene services within specific PPO plans. Discover the advantages of a hygiene-driven practice and the importance of regular appointments for maintaining oral health while addressi...

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Discover how to master Google reviews in this episode and dominate your dental practice's search results. Learn the importance of the character of reviews and how they can influence SEO. Gary challenges you to become the dental practice with the most Google reviews in your community and shares success stories of those who have achieved this. Plus, hear how online reviews have transformed consumer decision-making and how leveraging ...

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In this episode, Gary and Naren discuss six habits for dentists and their teams to thrive, including complimenting team members and setting goals. This episode offers practical advice for personal and professional development. Tune in now!

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In this episode, Gary and Naren explore the challenges of high demand for dental services in a PPO plan and how dental practices can manage demand while maintaining positive patient relationships. With insightful comparisons to the restaurant industry, the episode emphasizes the importance of balancing practice and patient needs. Tune in for expert insights.

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Dental coach Gary shares his expertise on avoiding common mistakes when resigning from PPO plans. With experience helping over 400 practices navigate the process, he emphasizes the importance of face-to-face communication with patients and highlights two more key mistakes to avoid. Tune in to learn more.

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In this episode, Gary and Naren discuss the drawbacks of PPO dental plans and advocate for using Google as an alternative source for new patients. They explain how PPO plans come at a high cost for providers and highlight the benefits of relying on Google for patient acquisition. Gary emphasizes the importance of knowing what you're writing off and provides an insurance write-off calculator to help providers estimate their losses.

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Gary and Naren discuss the possibility of successfully resigning from PPO plans by the end of the year in this podcast episode. They highlight a growing movement of dentists who are tired of the administrative burden and lowering fees of PPO plans. The hosts share encouraging case studies and examples of how reducing insurance dependence can significantly improve dental practices. They also discuss the benefits of going fee for ser...

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In this episode, Gary and Naren discuss the benefits of using membership plans to attract new dental patients without insurance. They explain the limitations of insurance plans, reveal the untapped market for dentists, and share tips for attracting patients through membership plans.

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In this episode, Gary and Naren share insights on how dental practices can attract super fans and reduce insurance plan dependence. Discover how to emulate Apple's strategy of creating fans instead of customers and learn about a community service project of making NFL-quality mouthguards for local high school football teams. Find out how this project can benefit your practice and create a sense of community involvement. Tune in now...

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In this episode, Gary and Naren discuss the common issue dental practices face when collecting payments at the time of service.

They highlight the challenge of dealing with insurance companies that send reimbursement checks directly to patients, making it harder for dental practices to obtain payment.

To address this issue, they provide practical tips on reducing reliance on PPO plans and communicating the importance of patients pa...

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In this episode, Gary and Naren share valuable insights on how dentists can successfully resign from PPO plans. They stress the importance of being fully prepared, building and maintaining relationships, and understanding patients' personal information, interests, and hobbies. Gary suggests practical strategies such as using digital note cards and doing homework to achieve a successful outcome. Listen now to discover how being full...

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In this episode, Gary and Naren offer valuable expertise and experience for dental practice owners considering resigning from PPO plans. 
They explore the risks involved in such a decision and provide essential qualifications for Delta Premier members considering resigning from PPO plans. 
The conversation is helpful for any dental practice owner looking to make a change and offers insights into decision-making and essential consid...

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Learn critical strategies for dental practices to find and keep emergency patients by leveraging Google. Gary and Naren share how to identify search terms, create original content, and develop a strong backlink profile to become part of the top 5% dental practices that attract 95% of emergency patients in your area. Grow your practice and build a loyal patient base with this episode.

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In this episode, Gary and Naren discuss the importance of adding same-day dentistry to your practice. They share their tips on how you can help your practice grow using the same team and the same hours.

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It's a common problem for most people who want to create a dental website. They need a more precise concept of how to get ranked on Google. Listen to this podcast episode to learn how to build a dental website and rank your site in google with our tips.

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Not everyone can be a dentist, but every dentist can be successful. With the tips and tricks in this episode, you'll be able to turn your practice around to reach a $100,000 annual income!

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Learn how to set yourself up for success with this insightful episode of Naren and Gary's Entrepreneurial Bootcamp. Listen for simple yet powerful advice from two entrepreneurs who've seen it all!

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When you want to test your practice's PPO plans, the best way to do it is to resign from PPO plans. Gary will explain why this is important and how you can successfully resign from PPO plans at your practice.

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