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In this episode of No Silver Spoons, hosted by Sarah Beth Herman, the focus is on understanding the significant changes in the dental insurance landscape as we approach 2026. The episode provides detailed carrier updates from Delta Dental, Cigna, and MetLife, highlighting changes to plan materials, benefits, and coverage rules. Emphasis is placed on the importance of verification, accurate billing, and clear communication within dental practices. Sarah provides practical leadership insights, stressing the importance of updated CDT codes, full breakdowns of benefits, and efficient administrative systems. The episode also includes critical advice on documentation, especially for sedation procedures, and features helpful scripting for front desk interactions to ensure patient trust and accuracy. This educational content aims to prepare dental practices for the upcoming year and encourage proactive management of insurance-related challenges.

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