In this episode, Ben and Naren discuss the challenges of period billing and period denials in dentistry. They highlight the rising denials for periodontal disease claims, attributing it to increased treatment and insurance companies' efforts to reduce payouts. Ben explains that many dental practices underreport period treatments due to misinformation and insurance complexities, leading to financial and liability issues. They discuss the underdiagnosis in HMO practices due to financial constraints and emphasize the need for better billing practices and patient communication. The episode concludes with a call for greater industry awareness and improved reporting of periodontal treatments.