What Are HICAPS Corporate Rates?
HICAPS Corporate Rates are pre-negotiated fee schedules that employers and health providers agree upon to streamline claims and reduce out-of-pocket expenses for employees. By leveraging the Health Industry Claims and Payments Service (HICAPS), organisations can access: Speed: Instant claim processing at point of service Transparency: Clear, pre-negotiated fee schedules Accessibility: Wide network of participating providers […]
Boosting Productivity by Linking Your PMS and Procurement Platform
Imagine a typical day in your dental practice: the reception team manages patient bookings, clinicians note down used consumables, and the practice manager juggles orders for gloves, filling materials and sanitising solutions. By the time someone realises you’re low on nitrile gloves, it’s too late—you’re scrambling for emergency supplies. Linking your Practice Management System (PMS) […]
Enhancing dental practice efficiency: part II
Part 2: Boost Your Profitability through Effective Supply Chain Strategies. Welcome back to the second part 2 of our series dedicated to enhancing the performance and productivity of your dental practice. If you missed the first part that focused on practice owners, please click here to access it. There is an age-old proverb: “Look after the pennies and […]
How to support your team to enhance dental practice efficiency
Efficiency and seamless workflows within your dental team are vital to maximising practice revenue. By creating easy-to-follow systems and processes, you can empower your team to work more effectively, freeing up time and resources to focus on delivering exceptional patient care. Here’s how you can implement this step to boost your dental practice revenue. Standardise […]
Which practice management system (PMS) is best for my dental practice?
In the rapidly evolving world of dentistry, practice management systems (PMS) play a pivotal role in streamlining operations, enhancing patient care, and driving overall practice efficiency. For dental practices, selecting the right PMS is a critical decision that can significantly impact the practice’s success. Let’s explore some of the PMS systems available for dental practices […]
Conservation and climate awareness in dentistry
A Green Path to a Healthy Planet As we become increasingly aware of the impact of human activities on our planet, the dental industry has a unique opportunity to contribute to global conservation efforts and raise climate awareness. While dental practices focus on oral health, they can also play a significant role in reducing their […]
How technology is revolutionising dentistry
A Digital Smile Makeover Technology has become an integral part of our lives, transforming the way we live, work, and interact. Dentistry is no exception to this digital revolution. From diagnostic tools to treatment techniques, technology is reshaping the landscape of dental care, offering patients and dental professionals alike a digital smile makeover. Let’s explore […]
The dos and don’ts of opening a dental practice
A Comprehensive Guide for Success Opening a dental practice can be an exciting endeavour. It allows you to establish your own professional legacy and add your personal flare while providing top-quality oral care to your community. However, the process of starting a new business can be daunting and complex, requiring careful planning and execution. To […]
If it ain’t broke, enhance it! A case for disruption
In the fast-paced world of dental care, there has been a real buzz around transformation and disruption in the last couple of years. In my 20 year dental career, I have not seen this level of innovation. Particularly in the area of business processes. The speed of change is picking up, sparking debate around the […]
Saving smiles and money: 6 Tips for cost-efficient stock management in the dental practice
I love practice ownership. Being able to develop the careers of team members, enjoy financial freedom and having major flexibility in my work hours have been some of the most rewarding aspects of running dental clinics. Especially as a working mum! But over the last decade, it has become increasingly difficult to increase revenue while […]