In this episode, Ben Tuinei and Perrin DesPortes, founder of Next Level Executive, talk about the future of dental practice ownership. They dig into the rise of group practices, private equity's influence, and what it really means for dentists. Perrin breaks down whether it's smarter to grow a practice for a big payout or build something sustainable for the long haul. He also shares key business fundamentals and advice for dentists looking to expand. If you own a practice or plan to, this episode is packed with real strategies you don't want to miss.

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In this episode, Ben Tuinei and Tessina Bullock explore the complexities of Medicare in dentistry. They discuss how dental practices unknowingly become credentialed with Medicare through PPO contracts and the importance of reviewing fee schedules. Tessina highlights changes in Medicare benefits for 2025, the challenges of treating Medicare patients on fixed incomes, and the lack of government support for provider disputes. They also cover out-of-network considerations and strategies for helping patients access care.

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In this episode, Ben Tuinei and Naren Arulrajah dive into a question many dentists face: Should you spend hours making viral content, or is there a smarter way to market your practice? Naren explains why only 1% of dentists succeed as influencers, and how the other 99% can still win at marketing without all the TikTok dances. He shares simple but powerful strategies like using Google reviews, SEO, and Google My Business to attract high-quality patients—no influencer needed!

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In this episode, Ben Tuinei and Naren Arulrajah explore why getting more new patients isn't the only solution to marketing challenges. They discuss key red flags that indicate deeper practice issues—high no-show rates, poor phone conversion, and patient retention struggles. Naren highlights how front desk training, phone call tracking, and patient experience improvements can significantly impact success. They also emphasize the importance of Google reviews and a strong online presence.

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In this episode, Ben Tuinei and Tessina Bullock tackle the challenges dental practices face with insurance denials, focusing on retreat root canal procedures. Tessina shares actionable strategies, including the importance of understanding exclusions and limitations in insurance contracts, leveraging the insurance commissioner for persistent denials, and the pros and cons of pre-authorizations. They discuss the long-term benefits of reducing abuse from insurance carriers and improving practice efficiency. Tessina also offers her expertise in navigating insurance issues.

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In this episode, Ben Tuinei and James Zenk explore the critical role dental-specific CPAs play in helping practices thrive financially. James shares his journey from working with general CPA firms to founding a firm dedicated to serving dentists, highlighting how specialized expertise enhances tax planning, fee optimization, and financial strategy. They discuss proactive tax mitigation techniques, the importance of competitive pricing in a post-COVID landscape, and how small adjustments can lead to significant profitability.

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In this episode, Ben and Naren explore how dental practices can audit their marketing strategies to attract more new patients and reduce insurance dependence. They discuss three marketing mindsets which are strategic, tactical, and "wannabe". They explain why strategic approaches, like SEO and Google reviews, are key to long-term success. The hosts stress that metrics such as 20+ new patient calls monthly, ranking for 100+ keywords, and gaining at least 10 Google reviews monthly are essential indicators of effective marketing.

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In this episode, hosts Ben Tuinei and Naren Arulrajah explore the importance of long-term marketing strategies over short-term tactics like ads and promotions. Naren shares insights on building visibility, trust, and lasting patient relationships by focusing on fundamentals such as SEO, reviews, and personalized digital marketing strategies. Discover how a strategic approach can help dental practices reduce insurance dependency and thrive in a competitive market.

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In this episode, Ben Tuinei and Naren Arulrajah explore the top five metrics every dental practice should focus on in 2025 to achieve growth and efficiency. They discuss actionable strategies to secure 10 Google reviews monthly, maintain hygiene occupancy at 92% or higher, and rank 100 keywords on Google's first page. Additionally, they delve into tracking doctor production for predictable revenue and improving call conversion rates to reduce missed opportunities.

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In this episode, Ben Tuinei discusses the recent controversy surrounding UnitedHealthcare, highlighting major challenges with claim denials and the growing frustration among healthcare professionals and patients. With UnitedHealthcare losing $60 billion and increased scrutiny from employers, the insurance industry's practices are under the spotlight. Ben predicts reforms, including stricter regulations and loss ratio laws, which could improve claim processing. He emphasizes the opportunity for dentists to transition out of network and urges professionals to influence legislation for fairer practices.

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