Less Insurance Dependence Podcast

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What's Less Insurance Dependence Podcast about?

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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Less Insurance Dependence Podcast episodes:

05.30.2024
How do I stay profitable after dropping PPO Plans?
In this episode of The Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah explore strategies for maintaining profitability after dropping PPO plans. They emphasize the dual approach of increasing revenues and decreasing expenses, noting that eliminating the high overhead...
05.23.2024
Can Your Practice Truly Survive Without Insurance?
In this episode of the "Less Insurance Dependence" podcast, hosts Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah tackle the pressing question: Can Your Practice Truly Survive Without Insurance? The episode elaborates on four questions sent in by listeners, addressing various aspects of...
05.16.2024
Can Insurance Companies Set Fees for Uncovered Services?
In this episode of "The Less Insurance Dependence Podcast," Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah engage in a detailed discussion on whether insurance companies possess the authority to establish fees for services not covered under insurance plans. They travel into the...
05.09.2024
Should I Accept Assignment of Benefits Once we are Out of Network?
In this episode of the Less Insurance Dependence podcast, Gary Takas and Naren Arulrajah tackle a common dilemma faced by dental practices transitioning out of network: should they accept the assignment of benefits? They begin by elucidating the significance of...
05.02.2024
Is Dentistry a Profession or an Industry?
In this episode of The Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, co-hosts Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah dive into a thought-provoking discussion on whether dentistry should be considered a profession or an industry. They acknowledge the significant influence of insurance companies on...
04.25.2024
The Most Effective way to Lower your Practice Overload
In this episode of The Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, hosts Gary Takas and Naren Arulrajah delve into the topic of reducing practice overhead in dentistry. They emphasize the importance of addressing rising expenses, particularly in the post-COVID era, where overhead...
04.18.2024
High Value Dentistry Series: Cosmetic Dentistry
In this podcast episode, hosts Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah discuss the importance of offering high-value services like cosmetic dentistry to attract new patients and improve practice profitability. They share tips for dentists interested in expanding their services, such as...
04.11.2024
Sneak Preview on Possible Benefits Reform
Tune in to this episode of the "Less Insurance Dependence" podcast, where hosts Naren Arulrajah and Gary Takacs provide a sneak preview of possible benefits reform in dental insurance. Drawing from Gary's insightful interview with Dr. Brett Kessler, president-elect of...
04.04.2024
5 Less Expected Benefits of Successfully Resigning from PPO Plans
Join Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah on the "Less Insurance Dependence" podcast as they delve into the often-overlooked benefits of resigning from PPO plans. In this enlightening episode, learn how freeing yourself from PPO entanglements can lead to increased profitability,...
03.28.2024
Take Away Lessons from Our Most Recent Virtual Event
In this podcast episode, Gary and Naren share a recap of the recent webinar with Dental Intel on the topic of Secrets to Thriving in Dentistry in 2024 and Beyond. Tune into this episode to learn further about the five...
03.21.2024
The PPO Umbrella Nightmare
In this podcast episode, Gary and Naren expose the hidden costs and restrictions of PPO umbrella plans. Learn how to break free and take control of your practice's profitability. You can also discover success stories and 3 key steps to...
03.14.2024
How Adding High Value Services Makes You Less Insurance Dependent
The Less Insurance Dependence podcast episode titled "How Adding High-Value Services Makes You Less Insurance Dependent" delves into the significance of incorporating high-value services, particularly cosmetic dentistry, into dental practices. Hosts Gary Takacs and Naren Arulraja stress the economic...
03.08.2024
What does it really mean to be Fee-for-Service?
In this episode of The Less Insurance Dependence podcast, co-hosts Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah delve into the topic of what it truly means to be fee-for-service (FFS) in dentistry. They emphasize that being FFS entails charging your full fees...
02.29.2024
Episode #281: Top 10 Questions from RIDA Members Part 2
In this episode, Gary and Naren tackle ‘The Top 10 Questions from RIDA Members, Part 2’. They stress the importance of addressing patient concerns directly when resigning from PPO plans, provide strategies for deciding which plan to drop first, get...
02.22.2024
Episode #280: Top 10 Questions from RIDA Members Part 1
In this podcast episode, Gary and Naren address the top 10 questions from RIDA members on transitioning from PPO plans. They discuss the timeframe for the transition, fee adjustments by Delta Dental, costs of SEO versus Google Ads patients, secrets...
02.15.2024
Episode #279: High-Value Dentistry Series: Oral Conscious Sedation
Discover how Gary's real-life practice story can help you explore the benefits of oral conscious sedation in dentistry. By focusing on high-value services like oral conscious sedation, you can attract patients outside PPO plans while also easing dental fears. Learn...
02.08.2024
Episode #278: Lessons from Smile Direct Club Failure
Gary and Naren explore the fallout of SmileDirectClub's collapse, drawing parallels to the pitfalls of the DIY mindset. Through anecdotes and case studies, they caution against undertaking complex tasks without proper expertise. Discover the risks of navigating unfamiliar territory alone...
02.01.2024
Episode #277: Mastering Marketing is Your Key to Successfully Resign from PPO Plans
In this episode, Gary explores the crucial link between mastering marketing and successfully resigning from PPO plans. By framing insurance write-offs as a strategic marketing expense, he reveals a path to acquiring new patients while minimizing losses. Drawing on practical...
01.25.2024
Episode #276: Does being a PPO Provider Help You Achieve an Effective Work-Life Balance?
Gary and Naren explore whether being a PPO provider truly supports work-life balance. This episode challenges the belief that PPO status aligns with equilibrium, emphasizing the sacrifices practitioners make. Discover actionable steps to reclaim balance and why cutting ties with...
01.18.2024
Episode #275: What is the Best Way to Determine an Appropriate Fee Schedule?
In this episode, Gary and Naren discuss the vital need for dental practices to reassess fee schedules, moving away from heavy reliance on PPO plans. They highlight the impact of stagnant fees on profitability and offer strategies for recalibrating prices...
01.11.2024
Episode #274: Could your BHAG for 2024 be Successfully Resigning from PPO Plans?
In this episode, Gary and Naren explore BHAGs (Big Hairy Audacious Goals) in business, inspired by Jim Collins and Peter Diamandis. They center on dentistry's BHAG: quitting PPO plans for practice success. Gary emphasizes the strategic impact and offers actionable...
01.04.2024
Episode #273: 'How to Apply the Influence Principle of Unity in your Practice
Gary and Naren discuss Dr. Cialdini's unity principle. They highlight its power through initiatives like supplying NFL-grade mouthguards to local teams and creating strong community connections. They contrast this supportive unity with skepticism in traditional dental circles, emphasizing unity's transformative...
12.28.2023
Episode #272: One Dentist's Surprise Discovery When He Resigned as a Delta PPO Provider
This episode delves into the nuances of projecting confidence without appearing arrogant, especially in the dental field. It narrates a dentist's unexpected revelation after parting ways with a major insurance provider, highlighting the fears and innovative strategies employed to address...
12.21.2023
Episode #271: How to Apply the Influence Principle of Scarcity in Your Practice
In this episode, Gary and Naren discuss scarcity as a potent influence principle in professional practice, inspired by Doctor Robert Chinni's teachings. They explore its impact on demand using Apple's iPhone launches as an example. Strategies for dental practices, like...
12.14.2023
Episode #270: Help! I'm Contracted with Many More PPO Plans than Expected
Join Gary and Naren on the Less Insurance Dependence Podcast as they unravel the challenge of dentists being tied to unexpected PPO plans. Explore strategies to reveal hidden contracts, understand specifics, and employ proactive marketing to reduce reliance, regain control,...
12.07.2023
Episode #269: How to Apply the Influence Principles of Commitment and Consistency in Your Practice
Explore how beliefs shape actions through commitment and consistency. Discover actionable dental strategies leveraging these principles for enhanced patient engagement and practice success.
11.30.2023
Episode #268: Lessons from the 2023 RIDA Virtual Summit
In this episode, Gary and Naren discuss lessons from the successful 2023 RIDA Virtual Summit. They talk about how more dentists need to learn to rely more on insurance, taking action for practice growth. They touch on economic challenges within...
11.23.2023
Episode #267: How to Apply the Influence Principle of 'Reciprocity' in Your Practice
Gary and Naren discuss influencing patients in dentistry. They share seven principles from Dr. Robert Cialdini, highlighting reciprocity – doing something nice makes others want to reciprocate. They emphasize how these small actions can build strong connections with patients, offering...
11.16.2023
Episode #266: Successfully Reducing Your Insurance Dependence INCREASES the Value of your Practice!
In this episode, Gary and Narin explore how reducing insurance dependence in your dental practice can significantly enhance its long-term value. By attracting fee-for-service patients and eliminating unnecessary PPO plans, profitability increases, making your practice more attractive. They also discuss...
11.09.2023
Episode #265: How to Apply the Influence Principle of 'Authority' in Your Practice
In this episode, Gary and Naren explore the Influence Principle of Authority in your dental practice. They discuss establishing yourself as an expert using doctor testimonials from the Doctor's Choice Awards platform. They also highlight the importance of backlinks for...
11.02.2023
Episode #264: Are there PPO Plans Worth Keeping?
In this podcast, Naren and Gary discuss the financial impact of keeping PPO plans for dental practices. They highlight the rising expenses, reduced income, and the need to reconsider their viability in the face of evolving economic conditions.
10.26.2023
Episode #263: How to Apply the Influence Principle of 'Liking' in Your Practice
In this episode, Gary and Naren explore Dr. Robert Cialdini's principle of "liking" as a key element in reducing insurance dependence in dental practices. They emphasize the importance of creating a personal connection with patients, both online and in-person, and...
10.19.2023
Episode #262: 5 Ways Being a PPO Practice Keeps You from Creating an Ideal Practice
In this episode, Gary and Naren explore how PPO dental practices can face significant challenges in achieving their ideal practice. They discuss five key hurdles, including maintaining patient relationships, financial limitations due to insurance write-offs, insurance-driven patient mindsets, difficulties in...
10.12.2023
Episode #261: How to Apply the Influence Principle of 'Social Proof' in Your Practice
In this episode, Gary and Naren explore the power of social proof in dentistry. They discuss the dependency on PPO insurance plans and the importance of breaking free from this model. Emphasizing Google reviews as a tool to build trust,...
10.05.2023
Episode #260: 3 Mistakes Dentists Make With their Membership Plan
In this captivating podcast episode, Gary highlights "Three Mistakes Dentists Make with their Membership Plan." Experience the wisdom of an industry expert as he unravels these common pitfalls, championing the virtue of simplicity. Gary offers actionable advice on crafting a...
09.28.2023
Episode #259: The Messy Middle
This episode explores the critical phase called "The Messy Middle" in dental practice transitions. After leaving insurance networks, practices encounter various patient reactions, requiring effective communication. Face-to-face conversations are essential for conveying nuances. While some patient loss is anticipated, practices...
09.21.2023
Episode #258: Actual Data from a Dental Practice that has Successfully Dropped PPO Plans
Explore the transformation of a solo dentist practice as it strategically reduces insurance dependency. This podcast episode showcases how the practice, initially hesitant to drop major insurance plans, experienced remarkable financial improvements. In 2021, it generated $1.9 million in production,...
09.14.2023
Episode #257: How is the Best Way to Respond When Patients Ask: 'Why are You Dropping My Dental Insurance?
Gary and Naren dive into why some dental practices drop insurance plans in this episode. They emphasize the importance of a patient-friendly approach, tailoring responses to individual patients, and maintaining consistency in communication. The episode explores various scenarios and strategies...
09.07.2023
Episode #256: Are PPO Plans Softening Their Stance on Negotiating?
Join Gary and Naren in exploring dental insurance PPO plan negotiation intricacies. Revealing insurers' covert strategies, they debate if PPO plans are softening negotiation stances. Although PPOs typically resist negotiation, recent shifts suggest a change. Plans now propose fee schedules...
08.31.2023
Episode #255: Can You Successfully Resign from Delta?
Join Gary and Naren in this episode as they tackle the question, "Can You Successfully Resign From Delta?" Gain insights into reducing insurance dependence, building confidence, and transitioning towards practice control. Explore the journey from doubt to success.
08.24.2023
Episode #254: Are You A Victim of One and Done' Thinking?
Gary discusses the 'One and Done Thinking' trap in this episode, focusing on areas like Google reviews, verbal skills training, heads-up conversations, and team member recognition. He emphasizes that success requires ongoing effort rather than one-time actions. Gary and Naren...
08.17.2023
Episode #253: Have you Been Roped Into Umbrella PPO Plans?
Unveil the hidden challenges of umbrella PPO dental plans with Gary's insights. Gain clarity on active patients, resignation periods, and strategies to break free from entanglements. Learn how to transition to comprehensive marketing and attract patients who value your services...
08.10.2023
Episode #252: Five Things to Do NOW to Prepare to Resign from PPO Plans
In this highly informative episode, Gary reveals five crucial steps to help dentists prepare for resigning from PPO plans. Drawing from his extensive experience, he emphasizes the importance of proper preparation through success and failure stories. Tune in for actionable...
08.03.2023
Episode #251: When Would I Recommend NOT Resigning from PPO Plans?
In this podcast, Gary and Naren discuss when resigning from PPO plans is not advisable. They identify three critical attributes: needing more reasons for patients to choose the practice, being a reliable source of new patients beyond PPO plans, and...
07.27.2023
Episode #250: Is Delta on the Ropes?
In this episode, Gary and Naren discuss the changing landscape of dental insurance, with Delta being defensive. They explore the factors influencing Delta's policies and offer insights for dental practices to navigate the evolving environment successfully.
07.20.2023
Episode #249: Strategies to Get Your Team Members On Board When Resigning from PPO Plans
In this Less Insurance Dependence Podcast episode, Naren and Gary discuss strategies to get team members on board when resigning from PPO plans. They emphasize the importance of team alignment, training, and communicating the benefits of the change to ensure...
07.13.2023
Episode #248: A Great Way to Help Your Patients Who Pay for their Own Dental Insurance!
In this episode, discover how to empower patients who purchase their own dental insurance. Learn about a more beneficial in-office membership plan and its advantages, including cost savings, flexibility, and increased patient loyalty. Don't miss out on this valuable insight!
07.06.2023
Episode #247: Are There PPO Plans that do not Pay Out of Network Benefits?
Dive into the world of PPO plans as Gary demystifies out-of-network benefits. Learn the crucial distinctions between open and closed panel plans and discover how in-office membership options can provide superior coverage at lower costs. Join the conversation for essential...
06.29.2023
Episode #246: Case Study: How One Practice Added $250K per year in Invisalign Cases
Discover how a dental practice added $250k annually with Invisalign cases. Gary and Naren delve into strategies, including high-profit services and the impact of adult orthodontics. Overcome challenges like PPO plans by offering desired treatments.
06.22.2023
Episode #245: Using Video as a Patient Communication Medium when Resigning from PPO Plans
Discover the potential of video communication in dental practices. Learn how incorporating facial expressions, tone, and body language enhances patient understanding when resigning from PPO plans. With concise 2-3 minute videos, practitioners effectively convey changes while emphasizing quality care and...

What's Less Insurance Dependence Podcast about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Less Insurance Dependence Podcast episodes:

How do I stay profitable after dropping PPO Plans?

Can Your Practice Truly Survive Without Insurance?

Can Insurance Companies Set Fees for Uncovered Services?

Should I Accept Assignment of Benefits Once we are Out of Network?

Is Dentistry a Profession or an Industry?

The Most Effective way to Lower your Practice Overload

High Value Dentistry Series: Cosmetic Dentistry

Sneak Preview on Possible Benefits Reform

5 Less Expected Benefits of Successfully Resigning from PPO Plans

Take Away Lessons from Our Most Recent Virtual Event

The PPO Umbrella Nightmare

How Adding High Value Services Makes You Less Insurance Dependent

What does it really mean to be Fee-for-Service?

Episode #281: Top 10 Questions from RIDA Members Part 2

Episode #280: Top 10 Questions from RIDA Members Part 1

Episode #279: High-Value Dentistry Series: Oral Conscious Sedation

Episode #278: Lessons from Smile Direct Club Failure

Episode #277: Mastering Marketing is Your Key to Successfully Resign from PPO Plans

Episode #276: Does being a PPO Provider Help You Achieve an Effective Work-Life Balance?

Episode #275: What is the Best Way to Determine an Appropriate Fee Schedule?

Episode #274: Could your BHAG for 2024 be Successfully Resigning from PPO Plans?

Episode #273: 'How to Apply the Influence Principle of Unity in your Practice

Episode #272: One Dentist's Surprise Discovery When He Resigned as a Delta PPO Provider

Episode #271: How to Apply the Influence Principle of Scarcity in Your Practice

Episode #270: Help! I'm Contracted with Many More PPO Plans than Expected

Episode #269: How to Apply the Influence Principles of Commitment and Consistency in Your Practice

Episode #268: Lessons from the 2023 RIDA Virtual Summit

Episode #267: How to Apply the Influence Principle of 'Reciprocity' in Your Practice

Episode #266: Successfully Reducing Your Insurance Dependence INCREASES the Value of your Practice!

Episode #265: How to Apply the Influence Principle of 'Authority' in Your Practice

Episode #264: Are there PPO Plans Worth Keeping?

Episode #263: How to Apply the Influence Principle of 'Liking' in Your Practice

Episode #262: 5 Ways Being a PPO Practice Keeps You from Creating an Ideal Practice

Episode #261: How to Apply the Influence Principle of 'Social Proof' in Your Practice

Episode #260: 3 Mistakes Dentists Make With their Membership Plan

Episode #259: The Messy Middle

Episode #258: Actual Data from a Dental Practice that has Successfully Dropped PPO Plans

Episode #257: How is the Best Way to Respond When Patients Ask: 'Why are You Dropping My Dental Insurance?

Episode #256: Are PPO Plans Softening Their Stance on Negotiating?

Episode #255: Can You Successfully Resign from Delta?

Episode #254: Are You A Victim of One and Done' Thinking?

Episode #253: Have you Been Roped Into Umbrella PPO Plans?

Episode #252: Five Things to Do NOW to Prepare to Resign from PPO Plans

Episode #251: When Would I Recommend NOT Resigning from PPO Plans?

Episode #250: Is Delta on the Ropes?

Episode #249: Strategies to Get Your Team Members On Board When Resigning from PPO Plans

Episode #248: A Great Way to Help Your Patients Who Pay for their Own Dental Insurance!

Episode #247: Are There PPO Plans that do not Pay Out of Network Benefits?

Episode #246: Case Study: How One Practice Added $250K per year in Invisalign Cases

Episode #245: Using Video as a Patient Communication Medium when Resigning from PPO Plans

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