Stephen Trutter discusses the essential role of insurance credentialing in opening a successful dental practice. Whether you're starting a new practice or transitioning from being an associate, understanding the steps and decisions involved in insurance credentialing is crucial to creating a sustainable and profitable business.
- Insurance credentialing vs. negotiating: Learn the difference between these two essential processes and how they impact your dental practice.
- The importance of having experts assist with insurance credentialing to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Timelines: Credentialing can take 3-6 months, so start the process as soon as you secure your real estate.
- Credentialing strategies, including in-network vs. out-of-network, and how to decide what's best for your startup.
- Tips for negotiating fee schedules and knowing when it’s worth paying for a negotiating service.