Utilizing Open Dental Support
With Open Dental Support, you get unlimited access to top notch technical support, and SO much more! Read this post for all that Support has to offer.
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Connecting the tools in Open Dental Software to the amazing users that use them.
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Insurance Plans Part 1: Common Plan Types
Setting up the insurance plan correctly and using updated fee schedules is key to getting accurate estimates. This post discusses four common plan types.
Managing Your Patient Accounts Part 2: Adjustments and Account Procs Quick Add
In this Patient Accounts Part 2 post, explore adding adjustments to multiple procedures, and how to quickly charge retail items to patient accounts.
Software Update: Stable Version 18.4 Highlights
We are excited to announce that Version 18.4 has been released as Stable. This version implemented 25 features and enhancements. Read the highlights in this post, then update to unlock all the software has to offer!
Managing Your Patient Accounts Part 1: All About Claims
In this Patient Accounts Part 1 post, read how to create claims quickly & efficiently, track any follow-ups you’re doing with insurance, and all that comes with handling insurance payments.
Tracking Revenue: Reports for Every Stage of the Cycle
As your practice grows, make sure you’re utilizing all the available tools to track and manage all your revenue, whether it’s from insurance or patients. This post gives you a rundown on reports in Open Dental that can help at every stage of the revenue cycle.
Tips & Tricks #13
Learn more about setting up and displaying Production Goals, Production, and Net Production in your Appointments Module.
It’s Tax Refund Season – Get Patients Scheduled for the Care They Need!
Consumer health spending rises during tax refund season when patients are more able to pay for care. Let your patients know you care about them, and encourage them to get treatment for their small issues now so they don’t become bigger and more expensive problems!
4 Key Ingredients in a Successful Treatment Plan
Treatment planning is an essential tool your practice can utilize to clearly communicate treatment needs the doctor has identified for your patients’ optimum dental health. This post looks at 4 key ingredients in a successful treatment plan: a plan presented by your practice, and accepted by your patient.
Tips & Tricks #12
Learn more about transferring your patient’s data to another practice, printing a patient receipt (for FSA reporting, etc.), and what to do if you’ve sent the wrong procedures on a claim.