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Outsourcing your dental billing can either clean up your RCM or leave you picking up the pieces. Before you trust someone with your cash flow, make sure you know exactly what to ask and what to look for in a biller.

In this episode, Julia Nevo shares hard-won lessons from working in the world of dentistry and dental billing. We cover what makes a great dental biller truly valuable, and why outsourcing without a solid vetting process can backfire. You’ll learn how to filter for the right skills, systems, and mindset — especially when it comes to handling dental insurance.

We dig into the most common billing mistakes dental offices make, what red flags to watch out for during outsourcing, and how to avoid billers who talk a big game but can't deliver. Julia also explains how a dental biller can be your extra layer of protection against carrier and legal audits.

Whether you're considering outsourcing or looking to upgrade your current billing setup, this conversation will help you protect your revenue, sharpen your processes, and grow a more sustainable dental business.

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Website: https://stellardentalsolutions.com/

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Medical Billing Made Easy! Dental Classroom Online: https://www.dentalclassroomonline.com/

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I created Dental Revenue Network to foster collaboration and networking amongst RCM professionals. Billing company owners and billing professionals will have access to skill building sessions, current carrier news and insurance discussions beyond “what's the code?" Check it out - I hope you'll join! https://dentalrevenuenetwork.mn.co/

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Synergy Dental Partners offers lower prices for your dental supplies and services

https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

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My insurance course Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

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Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

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Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

**If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

#DentalBilling #DentalInsurance #DentalClaims

More management and insurance knowledge in my newsletter: https://www.odysseymgmt.com/newsletter

Missing these insurance secrets could cost your dental practice - are you prepared?

From navigating insurance portals and password overload to the shift toward Electronic Funds Transfers (EFTs), the demands on dental teams are growing. Colleen Huff shares insights on handling leased networks, making informed choices about dental insurance, and avoiding the pitfalls that catch many offices off guard.

We also dive into Medicare Advantage Plans—how they’re changing, why benefits might shrink, and what this means for your office. With Medicare benefits in flux, reviewing plans annually is essential to avoid surprises. If your practice isn’t keeping up with Medicare updates, you could be facing unnecessary complications.

Don’t let insurance confusion lead to costly mistakes. Learn how to manage these challenges with smart strategies, proper coding, and the right tools. Colleen also previews her upcoming training modules to help you take control of your dental insurance game. This is for you, insurance nerds!

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Connect with Colleen:

Facebook: Colleen Huff- Dental Insurance Coach

Instagram: @dicoach22

LinkedIn: Colleen Huff

Website: https://colleenhuff.com/

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Medical Billing Made Easy! Dental Classroom Online: https://www.dentalclassroomonline.com/

Use ODYSSEY for a 10% courtesy

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I created Dental Revenue Network to foster collaboration and networking amongst RCM professionals. Billing company owners and billing professionals will have access to skill building sessions, current carrier news and insurance discussions beyond “what's the code?" Check it out - I hope you'll join! https://dentalrevenuenetwork.mn.co/

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Synergy Dental Partners offers lower prices for your dental supplies and services

https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

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My insurance course Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

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Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

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Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

**If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

#MedicareAdvantage #Dental #Dental Insurance

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Dental billing companies can spot embezzlement and cash flow issues faster than your in-house team!

Dental billing expert Michelle Repash shares how she uncovered employee theft by noticing deleted insurance checks - a discovery that led to jail time for a trusted, long-term staff member. With 35 years of dental experience, Repash explains why traditional in-house billing is becoming so difficult due to increasing insurance complexities and team burnout.

She reveals key red flags to watch for, including staff resistance to billing help and shared passwords among team members. Most importantly, she emphasizes the critical need to separate billing duties - the person following up on claims should never be the same person posting payments.

Integrity Dental Billing's founder also shares insider tips for practices not ready to outsource: work rejections immediately, run AR reports consistently, and follow up on claims over 40 days old. For practices ready to make the switch, she offers a $500 first-month discount for podcast listeners. Mention this podcast to receive a $500 courtesy toward your first month!

Connect with Michelle

Website: Integrity Dental Billing

Facebook: The Dental Billing Collective

Linked In: Michelle (Integrity Dental Billing and Consulting LLC) Repash

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Medical Billing Made Easy! Dental Classroom Online: https://www.dentalclassroomonline.com/

Use ODYSSEY for a 10% courtesy

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I created Dental Revenue Network to foster collaboration and networking amongst RCM professionals. Billing company owners and billing professionals will have access to skill building sessions, current carrier news and insurance discussions beyond “what's the code?" Check it out - I hope you'll join! https://dentalrevenuenetwork.mn.co/

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Synergy Dental Partners offers lower prices for your dental supplies and services

https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

-------------

My insurance course Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

-------------

Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

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Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

**If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

#DentalBilling #DentalInsurance #DentalClaims #NPINumbers #DentalPracticeManagement #DigitalBillingSolutions #InsuranceFraudDetection #OutsourcingDentalBilling #ARReportMonitoring #IntegrityDentalBilling #DentalEmbezzlement #ModernDentalBilling #BillingAuditTrail #DentalClaimManagement #PracticeEfficiency