In this episode of the Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah focus on the five major expense categories that, when managed effectively, can substantially improve a dental practice’s profitability. These categories account for 85% of a practice’s expenses.  They emphasize that effective management of these key expenses can lead to a thriving […] The post Episode #312: Your key to a profitable practice are these five expense categories appeared first on LESS INSURANCE DEPENDENCE ..read more

In this episode of the Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, co-hosts Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah explore the concept of creating a memorable and impactful new patient experience in dental practices. They emphasize the importance of designing an experience that aligns with patient expectations while achieving the practice’s goals for comprehensive care. The hosts discuss the […] The post Episode #311: A New Patient Experience that You and Your Patients Will Love appeared first on LESS INSURANCE DEPENDENCE ..read more

In this episode of the Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah emphasize the importance of strategic growth for dental practices, especially those looking to reduce their reliance on PPO plans. The hosts stress that strategic growth is vital for any dental practice, as staying stagnant is not an option due to inflation […] The post Episode #310: Why Strategic Growth is So Powerful? appeared first on LESS INSURANCE DEPENDENCE ..read more

In this episode, Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah discuss the critical topic of resigning from PPO plans to improve work-life balance. They explore why reducing insurance dependence is vital for dentists seeking a more fulfilling and sustainable practice. Dentists often face challenges such as low reimbursement rates and increased patient loads associated with PPO plans. […] The post Episode #309: Successfully Resigning From PPO Plans Will Result In a Better Work-Life Balance appeared first on LESS INSURANCE DEPENDENCE ..read more

In this episode, Gary and Naren explore the critical importance of making new patients feel valued and welcomed from their very first interaction with your practice. With rising competition and the ongoing need to reduce dependence on PPO plans, it’s more important than ever to “roll out the red carpet” for new patients. A key […] The post Episode #308: Do you roll the red carpet out for new patients? appeared first on LESS INSURANCE DEPENDENCE ..read more

In this episode of the Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah address the common issue of team resistance when transitioning to a less insurance-dependent practice. They discuss strategies for managing team members’ fears and concerns, highlighting the importance of clear communication, ongoing training, and maintaining a patient-centered approach. Understanding that resistance is […] The post Episode #307: Handling Team Resistance appeared first on LESS INSURANCE DEPENDENCE ..read more

In this episode of the Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah discuss “Negotiated Fee Schedules: Truth or Fiction.”  Historically, until around 2011 or 2012, dentists had some success negotiating fees with PPO plans. However, in recent years, insurance companies have largely stopped negotiating fees, leaving dentists with limited options. Gary explains that […] The post Episode #306: Negotiated Fee Schedules – Truth or Fiction? appeared first on LESS INSURANCE DEPENDENCE ..read more

In this episode of the Less Insurance Dependence Podcast titled “Fee Setting Guidelines,” hosts Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah discuss  the crucial topic of how to set fees in a dental practice effectively. They emphasize the importance of regularly updating fees, particularly in an inflationary economy, to ensure that dental practices remain profitable. Gary shares […] The post Episode #305: Fee Setting Guidelines appeared first on LESS INSURANCE DEPENDENCE ..read more

In this Episode of the Less Insurance Dependence podcast, Gary Takacs is joined by guest Jordon Comstock to discuss the importance and implementation of in-office membership plans. Gary emphasizes the significance of these plans, particularly for dental practices aiming to reduce dependence on PPOs. He introduces Jordon, the CEO of BoomCloud, a company that helps […] The post Episode #304: In-Office Membership Plans and How to Develop Yours to Full Potential with Jordon Comstock appeared first on LESS INSURANCE DEPENDENCE ..read more

In this episode of The Less Insurance Dependence Podcast hosts Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah discuss a critical topic for dental practices: controlling overhead. They begin by discussing the essential aspects of overhead, defining it as all necessary expenses to run a practice, excluding the dentist’s compensation. For solo practices, they recommend keeping overhead below […] The post Episode #303: Answering Your Questions Around Controlling Your Overhead appeared first on LESS INSURANCE DEPENDENCE ..read more