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Welcome to the Art of Dental Finance with Art Wiederman, CPA. This is the show that will help you to meet your personal and business financial goals thru saving taxes, investing and planning wisely and managing your dental practice so it can become as profitable as possible. Here is your host…CPA…

Art Wiederman


    • May 14, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    How Procurement Technology Can Reduce Your Dental Supply Costs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 57:50


    Dentists in private practice are bombarded with not only their local dental supply representative visiting on a regular basis, but dozens dental supply vendors standing in line at the practice entrance. These vendors most often want to sell the practice owner their product, but did you know there are ways to save? With Procurement Technology dentists can reduce their supply costs by as much as 30%. In this episode of the Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art it joined by Jordyn Levitas, head of Strategic Partnerships at Torch Dental. Levitas discusses how artificial intelligence is helping to organize the dental supply procurement process like never before. It provides the dentist an available platform with several authorized options and helps dentists keep track of the team's product preferences, orders and spend across vendors. This ultimately saves time for dental teams and overall costs by driving efficiency. About the GuestsJordyn LevitasHead of Partnerships, Torch DentalJordyn has dedicated her career to the tech industry, with a strong focus on innovation in the dental space. As one of the founding team members at Torch Dental, she played a pivotal role in the company's early growth—personally visiting hundreds of dental offices across New York City to gather critical market insights. Her hands-on approach helped shape Torch's cutting-edge procurement platform, designed to bring greater efficiency, convenience, and transparency to dental practices.Over the past six years, Jordyn has witnessed Torch Dental expand from serving zero practices to over 3,000 nationwide. She is deeply passionate about how innovative technology can empower dental teams, streamline operations, and elevate patient care—regardless of practice size.Now based in Chicago, Jordyn leads Strategic Partnerships at Torch Dental, helping the company build strong industry relationships and drive continued growth.About the Host Art Wiederman, CPA Director of Dental Practices Art specializes in serving dental practices. He oversees a variety of services including accounting, tax compliance and planning, financial planning, retirement planning, and financial practice management consulting. Art's expertise is not only in taxation issues for dentists, but also in his knowledge of dental practice metrics and benchmarks. Art has the ability to look at a dentist's statements and identify profit holes in their practice. Industries Healthcare Offerings Healthcare Related Insights Pull latest Show Notes and Resources • UPCOMING EIDE BAILLY EVENTS• EIDE BAILLY'S HEALTHCARE SERVICES • DECISIONS IN DENTISTRY • ACADEMY OF DENTAL CPAS

    Navigating Insurance Negotiations: What Every Dentist Needs to Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 71:08


    One of the biggest challenges facing dentists today involves contracting with PPO plans through insurance companies. On The Art of Dental Finance and Management Podcast, Art discusses this challenge with Ben Tuinei, President of Veritas Dental Resources. For over twenty years, Ben has helped thousands of dentists obtain higher reimbursements, manage the array of contracts put in front of them by insurance companies, and successfully resign from insurance company plans with a minimal loss of patients. Ben and Art discuss how dental practices can negotiate fees with insurance plans, what umbrella insurance policies are and how they work, and what a dentist must consider from an insurance perspective if they are considering buying or starting a practice from scratch. Ben also details the steps a dentist should take to educate their patients when considering the move to an out-of-network provider, including key interpersonal skills for front desk administrators.

    Finding Community and Connection through Organized Dentistry

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 57:46


    In this episode of the Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art is joined by Dr. Max Martinez, President of the California Dental Association (CDA), to discuss the importance of organized dentistry. Dr. Martinez outlines his own professional journey, from becoming the first in his family to graduate high school to overseeing the largest dental association in the country. Art and Dr. Martinez also discuss the most pressing challenges facing dentists today, from insurance restrictions to workforce shortages, and the role that local dental organizations can play in overcoming these challenges. In Dr. Martinez's words, it truly takes a village to run a dental practice. He also shares information about the CDA Foundation's efforts to help practices impacted by recent wildfires recover and rebuild.

    Tips for Taking Your Dental Practice to the Next Level

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 69:41


    In this episode of the Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art is joined by Perrin DesPortes, founder of The Next Level Executive, for a conversation about expanding your dental empire. Perrin provides advice for dentists who want to level up their practice by building additional locations — discussing who should (and shouldn't) consider expansion, how to effectively lead a growing team, and why you need to identify and track key metrics about your practice.

    Implement the Right Financing Programs for Your Patient Base

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 53:47


    In this episode of the Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art is joined by Nancy Coy, founder of Finance Rx Venture Studio, for an in-depth exploration of patient financing. Nancy discusses some of the most common mistakes dentists make when communicating financing options with patients. She also shares how implementing a financing system that is tailored to your patient base and treatment protocol can help your practice avoid regulatory challenges and dramatically increase your case acceptance rate.

    Buying or Leasing Vehicles: What Dentists and Consumers Should Consider

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 72:56


    Knowing the difference between buying and leasing a car and how to avoid common situations that might get you into a vehicle at a price you aren't prepared for.

    Starting the Year Strong: Financial Advice for Dental Professionals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 62:01


    It's important to start a new year on the right foot — especially when it comes to managing your finances and taxes. In this episode of the Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art explains how CPAs help their clients navigate the annual financial maze. From setting up salary schedules in January to planning for tax liabilities and retirement plans, Art shares valuable insights to help you navigate the complexities of financial planning.

    Examining Financial Goals for Dentists After the Election

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 69:05


    Choosing the Right Retirement Plan for Your Dental Practice

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 64:25


    In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art Wiederman and Kurt Oswell dive into the intricacies of retirement plans tailored for dental practices. They discuss the benefits of 401(k) profit-sharing plans, the flexibility of new comparability allocations, and the advantages of defined benefit and cash balance plans. Kurt explains how these plans can be customized to meet the unique needs of each practice, considering their employees' demographics or financial goals. They also highlight the importance of working with experienced professionals to optimize retirement savings and ensure financial security for both the owners and their employees.

    Year-End Financial Planning for Dental Professionals

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 57:56


    In this episode of the Art of Dental Finance and Management Podcast, Art Wiederman is joined by Justin Pattelaro, Wealth Advisor at Sequioa Financial Group, for a conversation on financial planning for dental professionals. Tune in to discover strategies for meeting your personal and professional financial goals, maximizing the impact of charitable giving, and setting yourself up for financial success in the new year.

    Post-Election Recap: How Potential Legislation Could Impact Dental Practices

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 61:41


    In this episode of the Art of Dental Finance and Management Podcast, Art Wiederman is joined by Eide Bailly's Director of Legislative Affairs Mel Schwarz for a conversation about the outcomes of the 2024 presidential election. From equipment purchases to pension plans, Art and Mel discuss potential shifts in tax legislation and how they may affect dental practices.

    Transform Your Dental Practice: Strategies for Growth and Profitability

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 63:26


    In this episode of the Art of Dental Finance and Management Podcast, Art Wiederman and Gene St. Louis dive deep into what it takes for dental practices to excel and achieve profitability. Their conversation covers a comprehensive range of topics, including the latest software and technology to streamline operations, essential leadership training to inspire and manage teams effectively, and strategies to create an exceptional customer experience that keeps patients coming back. Whether you're looking to upgrade your practice's tech stack or enhance your leadership skills, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help your dental practice thrive.

    Mastering Dental Office Management with Laura Nelson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 66:21


    “If you want rockstars, you've got to have the right culture.” In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art is joined by Laura Nelson, founder of Front Office Rocks. Laura has drawn on firsthand experience as a front office manager to help practices nationwide elevate their culture and advance growth. Now, she's sharing her insights with our listeners, discussing the critical role of customer service systems, the value of a positive work environment, and the importance of structured training for new employees. Tune in to learn how training a rockstar front office team can transform your dental practice!

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    Maximizing Your Dental Practice Sale: Avoid Common Pitfalls

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 62:31


    In this episode of the Art of Dental Finance and Management, host Art Wiederman is joined by Brannon Moncrief of McLerran & Associates to delve into the complexities of DSO transactions. Whether you're contemplating a practice sale or simply curious about the intricacies of these deals, this conversation covers essential topics such as the tricks DSOs might try to pull and the importance of having a sell-side advisor at the table when navigating a sale. Brannon and Art also discuss the current state of the private equity and DSO world, offering insights into what to expect when investing and transitioning in the dental space. Brannon shares how you can make the best decisions for your practice during exit — and avoid leaving millions on the table — by understanding your “why” and finding a buyer who aligns with your goals.

    Advice for Attracting and Retaining Dental Professionals

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 55:56


    It's no secret that dentistry has faced a drastic staffing shortage since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. The American Dental Association reported in 2022 that vacant positions in dental assisting and hygiene have reduced dental practice capacity by an estimated 10% nationally. In this episode of the Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art is joined by Holli Perez for a conversation about dental staffing. From crafting a successful job advertisement to building an effective onboarding process, Holli shares advice for attracting, hiring, and retaining new employees at every level — as well as some of the most common recruiting mistakes she sees in dental practices.

    Sleep Dentistry: Saving Patient Lives and Boosting Bottom Lines

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 58:11


    Approximately 39 million Americans suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. It's a relatively common condition that can impact many areas of overall health — including oral health. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art is joined by Dr. Dar Radfar for a conversation about the convergence of sleep science and dentistry. Dr. Radfar explains how practices and patients alike can benefit when sleep wellness is incorporated into dentists' services. He also offers actionable advice for implementing sleep apnea treatment in your dental practice.

    The Power of Positivity in Dental Practices

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 75:13


    In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art is joined by Dr. Martin Mendelson for a conversation about the transformative power of positivity, specifically in dental practices. Dr. Mendelson shares his personal journey from dentist to coach and the mindset shifts that allowed him to turn a devastating diagnosis into a fulfilling career. Dr. Mendelson introduces the concept of T.E.A.M. — how our Thoughts drive our Emotions, which drive our Actions, which Manifest our results. He also discusses the importance of curiosity and open communication in creating a positive workplace culture.

    Five Considerations Before Breaking Up with Outside Insurance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 65:59


    Janice Hurley has helped practices across the country increase their profit margins by decreasing their dependency on outside insurance plans. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Janice walks Art through the five things any dental practice must consider before dropping an insurance plan, as well as how to prevent losing patients during the transition. Listeners of the podcast are encouraged to email Janice at jhurley@janicehurley.com for a chance to win a free copy of her book, Dental Image Branding: How to Create Optimal Patient Impact.

    200th Episode Special: Art's Words of Wisdom

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 65:57


    “Today is the first day of the rest of your life. There's nothing you can do about all the days before today.” In this special 200th episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art reflects on his 40-year career as a dental CPA — including how he got to where he is today and where he hopes to go next. Art encourages listeners to do the same and shares his advice for becoming not just a more successful dentist, but a happier, more fulfilled person. Thank you to our listeners, creative partners, sponsors, and everyone else who has made this milestone possible!

    A Must-Have for Dental Practices

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 53:24


    Social media is no longer a nice-to-have for dental practices; it's a must-have. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art Wiederman is joined by author and social media marketing specialist Rita Zamora for a conversation about leveraging social media to attract patients, recruit employees, and build trust. Rita shares best practices for what, when, and how to post for the maximum impact. Listeners of the podcast are encouraged to email Rita at rita@ritazamora.com for a special offer.

    HR Advice to Protect Your Dental Practice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 55:04


    In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, host Art Wiederman is joined by acclaimed dental attorney Ali Oromchian for a conversation about human resources in dentistry. Ali shares the most common HR mistakes he sees in dental practices, as well as advice for avoiding legal challenges, maintaining compliance, and fostering a positive work environment. Art and Ali also discuss some of the most pressing issues in dentistry today: artificial intelligence, hybrid work, and an aging workforce.

    Legal Considerations for Dealing with DSOs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 62:58


    In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, host Art Wiederman welcomes dental attorney Jason Wood to discuss crucial legal considerations for practices thinking about selling to a Dental Service Organization (DSO). They cover who should (and shouldn't) consider selling, common mistakes and how to avoid them, and essential pre-sale factors to ensure a smooth and profitable transition. Tune in for helpful advice on navigating the DSO partnership process and making informed decisions for your practice.

    The Importance of Estate Planning for Dental Professionals

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 63:59


    More than two thirds of Americans do not have a proper estate plan in place. In this episode of the Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art is joined by attorney Joshua Meier for a conversation about the importance of estate planning — particularly in the dental profession — and the key individuals and documents involved in developing an estate plan. Art and Joshua also discuss common challenges and misconceptions in estate planning and how to address them.

    Decoding Invisible DSOs for Dental Practices

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 60:51


    In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art is joined by Chip Fichtner, co-founder and principal of Large Practice Sales. Chip sheds light on the difference between a traditional Dental Support Organization (DSO) and an invisible DSO, the benefits of selling your dental practice to an invisible DSO, and the keys to forming a successful silent partnership.

    Five Keys for Growing the Business of Your Dental Practice

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 63:07


    In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art is joined by nationally renowned dental practice management coach, speaker, and author Penny Reed. Penny shares her five key strategies for growing your dental business, from increasing your new and active patient load to improving office efficiency. Plus, she explains how running a dental practice is just like staging a Broadway show — after all, “there's no business like smile business.”

    Improving Case Acceptance with Third-Party Patient Financing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 62:05


    In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art is joined by Sameer Bhasin, Vice President of Strategic Alliances at CareCredit, for a conversation about third-party patient financing. They discuss the financial barriers that may prevent patients from moving forward with recommended treatment, and Sameer provides practical advice for practitioners and administrators navigating these uncomfortable conversations — all with the goal of encouraging patients to pursue necessary, life-improving care.

    Breaking the Cycle of Burnout

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 66:33


    In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art sits down with Cait Donovan to explore the complex issue of burnout in dental practices. They delve into the causes and symptoms of burnout, its prevalence in the industry, and the unique challenges practitioners face. Cait shares insights on managing and preventing burnout, offering practical advice for maintaining well-being in a demanding profession.

    Tax Season Dos and Don'ts for Dental Practices

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 66:59


    In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art speaks with colleagues Scott Haberman and Don Watson, both partners at Eide Bailly. The three address some of the most frequently asked questions they receive every tax season and discuss potential tax law changes that may impact dental practices.

    The Future of Teledentistry

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 62:29


    Melissa K. Turner represents a new generation in dentistry, with a focus on transforming the future through innovative technology, inclusion, and practitioner wellbeing. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art speaks with Melissa about the benefits of teledentistry and why every dental practice — regardless of size or location — should consider adding virtual services to their operation.

    Marketing Your Dental Practice

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 60:41


    In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art chats with Michael Anderson and Laura Maly, founders of Wonderist Agency, about how to create a successful marketing plan. They discuss best practices for creating a website, curating a successful social media presence, and building a memorable brand for your dental practice.

    Improve Your Dental Practice Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 61:05


    In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Dennis Marvel, Director of Fortune50 to discuss current market shifts and how you can grow your dental practice to be in the top 1%.

    2024 Accounting Updates for Your Dental Practice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 74:44


    In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art gives tips for better financial planning in 2024 as well as how you can avoid being scammed. Art also meets with Mark Rosen from Rosen and Associates to discuss the Larry Rosen Memorial Foundation.

    Hiring and Retaining Employees

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2023 72:45


    In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Matt Nelson and Michelle Coker from the California Dental Association on best practices for hiring and retaining employees. They also discuss how you can prevent burnout for yourself and your employees.

    Best Practices to Prevent Data Breaches

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 58:10


    A data breach can have a devastating effect on your dental practice. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Amy Wood, best-selling author, speaker, and consultant, to discuss how your dental office can best protect against data breaches and what you should do if one occurs.

    Tax Law Updates: What Dentist Need to Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 66:19


    In a rapidly changing environment, staying up to date with the latest tax requirements is a must. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Mel Schwarz, Director of Legislative Affairs, to discuss how you can prepare for the upcoming tax season with up-to-date tax planning information.

    Maximize Insurance Company Reimbursements

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 66:31


    If you choose to stay in-network with an insurance company, you need to be prepared to negotiate. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Shelley DeGroff, Founder and CEO of PPO Advisors, to discuss how you can maximize insurance reimbursements for your dental practice.

    How to Run a Fee-for-Service Dental Practice

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 61:03


    In your dental practice, it's important to build patient relationships and work diligently to meet your patients' needs. When you are feeling burdened or forced to work in a fast-paced environment, it can take away the personalized care you are hoping to provide. In today's episode of “The Art of Dental Finance and Management,” Art Wiederman talks with Dr. Natasha Lee, former president of the California Dental Association. Dr. lee talks about how to refocus, review your benefits plan and ensure your reimbursement plan is good enough for you to slow down.

    Protecting Your Dental Practice from Cyberattacks

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 55:24


    A cyberattack can have devastating effects on your dental practice. Is your dental practice ready? In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Kyle Hendrickson, cybersecurity director at Eide Bailly, to discuss what a cyberattack is, how you can prevent one, and what to do if one happens to your dental practice. Reach out to Art if you have any questions regarding dental finance and management for your dental practice

    From Dental School to Owning a Dental Practice

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 62:50


    While in dental school the dream of one day owning your own practice may seem far off, but with good advice and a solid financial plan, you may be able to achieve that goal sooner than you think. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Bob Affleck, Dental Coach and Buyers Advocate at Dental Coach USA, to discuss the steps dentists can take to go from finishing dental school to buying or starting their own practice, including financial considerations. Reach out to Art if you have any questions regarding dental finance and management for your dental practice. More information about the Eide Bailly dental team can be found at www.eidebailly.com/dentist.[CALL OUT BOX – We Can Help button] Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm

    How Good Communication Skills can Improve Your Dental Practice Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 61:04


    Your patients interact with many members of your team throughout their visit, including the front desk, dental hygienist, and the dentist. If they have even one negative interaction during their visit, it could ruin their whole experience. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Denise Williams-Jones, Founder and Owner of Next Level to Success, to discuss the importance of team bonding and improving your team's communication skills as well as best practices for improving communication between your team and patients.Reach out to Art if you have any questions regarding dental finance and management for your dental practice. More information about the Eide Bailly dental team can be found at www.eidebailly.com/dentist.[CALL OUT BOX – We Can Help button] Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm

    Tools for Successful Dental Practice Management

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 60:40


    There are many things you need to consider when running a dental practice, including effective scheduling and how to keep your team working together smoothly. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Lois Banta, CEO of LJB Seminars, to talk about relevant topics from her books “Minimizing Open Time” and “Secrets to Practice Success – Top 10 Management Tools.” Art and Lois discuss management tools you can use to successfully run your dental office, including how to reduce appointment cancelations as well as how you can encourage team bonding through team retreats outside the office. Reach out to Art if you have any questions regarding dental finance and management for your dental practice. More information about the Eide Bailly dental team can be found at www.eidebailly.com/dentist.[CALL OUT BOX – We Can Help button] Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm

    Best Practices for Hiring a Dental Associate

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 66:55


    When your dental practice is doing well and you decide it's time to bring in a little help, it's important to choose the right associate or partner to join your practice. Bringing on the wrong person could cost your practice valuable time and money. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Bob Spiel, founder of Dental Partner Pros, to discuss what the process might look like when hiring a dental associate, including best practices. Reach out to Art if you have any questions regarding dental finance and management for your dental practice. More information about the Eide Bailly dental team can be found at www.eidebailly.com/dentist.[CALL OUT BOX – We Can Help button] Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm

    Tips for Designing Your Dental Office

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 60:15


    Are you opening a new dental office location or thinking about doing a remodel? It's important to think about all the details that are involved with dental office design. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Kim Reddick and Natalie Nickerson, interior designers at Nickerson Design, to discuss the design process for dental offices including timeframe, budgeting, and choosing the right team for the design. Reach out to Art if you have any questions regarding dental finance and management for your dental practice. More information about the Eide Bailly dental team can be found at www.eidebailly.com/dentist.[CALL OUT BOX – We Can Help button] Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm

    Increase Profitability by Fully Utilizing Your Dental Practice's Software System

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 61:29


    Most dental offices only use 10% to 15% of what their practice management software is capable of. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Dayna Johnson, founder and CEO of Novonee, to discuss how you can make the most of your front office software system – including ten capabilities you might not know exist in your practice management software. Reach out to Art if you have any questions regarding dental finance and management for your dental practice. More information about the Eide Bailly dental team can be found at www.eidebailly.com/dentist. [CALL OUT BOX – We Can Help button] Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm

    What Dentists Should Consider before Partnering with a DSO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 65:33


    Selling part of your dental practice to a Dental Support Organization (DSO) is a big decision and it's important to know all the details. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Chip Fichtner, co-founder of Large Practice Sales, to discuss what dentists should consider before making the decision to contract with a DSO. Art and Chip also discuss how dentists should navigate the process of selling to a DSO, the difference between invisible DSOs and traditional DSOs, and which dental practices might be eligible. Reach out to Art if you have any questions regarding dental finance and management for your dental practice. More information about the Eide Bailly dental team can be found at www.eidebailly.com/dentist. [CALL OUT BOX – We Can Help button] Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm

    Current Dental Industry Trends

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 71:49


    The COVID-19 pandemic had a major impact on the dental industry and many dental offices are still feeling the effects. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Anders Bjork, Vice President of Strategic Intelligence and Analytics for the California Dental Association (CDA). Art and Anders discuss different trends that have been occurring in the dental industry from the time of the COVID-19 pandemic, including staffing issues, declining dental school application numbers, and generational trends. Reach out to Art if you have any questions regarding dental finance and management for your dental practice. More information about the Eide Bailly dental team can be found at www.eidebailly.com/dentist. [CALL OUT BOX – We Can Help button] Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm

    Insurance Considerations for Dentists

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2023 65:38


    Having the right life insurance policy is essential because you want to ensure your family is protected if something were to happen. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Zachary Schnitzler, Insurance Specialist at Eide Bailly, to discuss the different types of insurance dentists may need including life insurance, disability insurance, and long-term care insurance. Art and Zach also discuss how to ensure you're making the right decisions when it comes to choosing your insurance policy. Reach out to Art if you have any questions regarding dental finance and management for your dental practice. More information about the Eide Bailly dental team can be found at www.eidebailly.com/dentist. [CALL OUT BOX – We Can Help button] Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm Check the background of this firm on FINRA's BrokerCheck | Customer Relationship SummaryFinancial Advisor offers Investment Advisory Services through Eide Bailly Advisors LLC, a Registered Investment Advisor. Securities offered through United Planners Financial Services, Member of FINRA and SIPC. Eide Bailly Financial Services, LLC is the holding company for Eide Bailly Advisors, LLC. Eide Bailly Financial Services and its subsidiaries are not affiliated with United Planners. Securities Licensed in: AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NM,  NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, WYAdditional Disclosures

    What Dentists Might Consider when it comes to PPOs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 80:46


    There are many external factors to consider when making the decision to sign a contract with a preferred provider organization (PPO). In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Katie Fornelli and Matt Nelson from California Dental Association (CDA) to discuss what a PPO is and the evaluation process dentists should follow when deciding whether to sign up or stay in a contract with a PPO. Reach out to Art if you have any questions regarding dental finance and management for your dental practice. More information about the Eide Bailly dental team can be found at www.eidebailly.com/dentist. [CALL OUT BOX – We Can Help button] Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm

    What Dentists Might Consider When it Comes to Insurance Company Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2023 70:33


    The decision to change your practice's relationship with an insurance company can be challenging, and the fear of losing patients may be holding you back. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with John Riley, executive vice president of Amplify 360, to discuss how dental offices can evaluate their relationship with insurance companies to potentially become more profitable. Art and John also touch on the importance of marketing, including examples of marketing tactics you can use to attract patients. Reach out to Art if you have any questions regarding dental finance and management for your dental practice. More information about the Eide Bailly dental team can be found at www.eidebailly.com/dentist. [CALL OUT BOX – We Can Help button] Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm

    The Eight Rules to Increase Dental Treatment Acceptance

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 73:53


    Before dentists can begin treatment on their patient, the patient first needs to agree to get the treatment. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Debra Engelhardt-Nash, Practice Development and Team Improvement Consultant, to discuss the eight rules Debra recommends dentists follow to increase treatment acceptance. Reach out to Art if you have any questions regarding dental finance and management for your dental practice. More information about the Eide Bailly dental team can be found at www.eidebailly.com/dentist. Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm

    How Dentists Can Navigate the Current State of the Economy

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 68:45


    In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art discusses the current state of the economy, where he thinks the economy is headed, and how it might affect your dental practice in the long term. Art also speaks on the importance of owning real estate and how to best navigate this tax season. Reach out to Art if you have any questions regarding dental finance and management for your dental practice. More information about the Eide Bailly dental team can be found at www.eidebailly.com/dentist. [CALL OUT BOX – We Can Help button] Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm

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