Are you finding that the administrative burden of PPO participation is costing you more than it's earning?

This episode features Lisa Weber, a PPO expert, shedding light on the hidden and often overlooked administrative cost associated with PPO participation. She tells the real story of a dentist facing a tough decision about whether to hire a full-time employee to manage UnitedHealthcare or terminate the network altogether. Tune in to gain valuable insights on how to view an insurance network burden relative to its value, helping you make strategic decisions that could directly impact your profit margin. If you're wrestling with insurance networks, this episode is an eye-opener you can't afford to miss!

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Listen to Lisa's Other Episodes Here:

75: Lisa Weber | Unlock The PPO, Teams, Numbers, and all about dental insurance – The Dental Marketer Podcast

MMM [Insurance] Here's Why You Should Treat Your PPO Insurance Carriers Like Every Other Marketing Strategy – The Dental Marketer Podcast

The Making of SMILE & CO. - Episode FOUR – The Dental Marketer Podcast

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Host: Michael Arias

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Imagine reclaiming 30+ hours a month for patient care, growth, and your own peace of mind with the help of AI and team empowerment.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jordan Sanders of Knox Mountain Dentistry, who opens up about the transformative journey from launching a startup practice to leading a bustling, seven-operatory dental office that stands out for its patient-centric approach and in-house innovation. Dr. Sanders shares candid insights about the growing pains and rewards of scaling up, from handling a steady influx of new patients to managing a dedicated (and ever-evolving) team. He explains how he’s harnessed his passion for education, teaching 3D printing techniques, and traveling to speak for major dental companies while learning to juggle these responsibilities without compromising on care.

As Dr. Sanders reflects on the highs and lows of ownership, he reveals the real-world strategies that keep his practice running smoothly and his own well-being in check. You’ll hear about the mindset shifts he’s made, including letting go of micromanagement, creating structured paths for staff growth and raises, and leveraging AI to streamline tedious administrative work. Dr. Sanders delivers heartfelt advice about building a practice that aligns with both professional and personal values, encouraging us to prioritize mental health, be intentional about growth, and never lose sight of the human touch in dentistry.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Proven strategies for transitioning a dental startup to a thriving, full-capacity practice
• Tips for balancing clinical work with educational and speaking opportunities
• The benefits (and challenges) of offering in-house lab services to create distinct patient experiences
• How to build and empower a supportive, growth-oriented team
• Insight into implementing systematic raise programs based on achievements
• Ways to use AI and automation to streamline time-consuming admin processes
• Why prioritizing emotional health, therapy, and personal boundaries is essential for practice owners
• The importance of focusing on patient-centric, human-driven care above financial metrics

Hit play to discover Dr. Sanders’ hard-won lessons and actionable strategies for building a dental practice with heart, purpose, and balance!

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Sponsors:‍

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Guest: Dr. Jordan Sanders

Practice Name: Knox Mountain Dentistry

Check out Jordan's Media:‍

Website: https://knoxmountaindentistry.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knoxmountaindentistry/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascenddentaleducation/

Jordan's Previous Episodes:

375: Dr. Jordan Sanders | Knox Mountain Dentistry – The Dental Marketer Podcast

456: Dr. Jordan Sanders | The Power of Personalization: Captivating Your Ideal Patients with Content – The Dental Marketer Podcast

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Host: Michael Arias

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Is your dental practice unknowingly losing money through shared network relationships?

In this episode of Fail Forward, Lisa from Unlock the PPO launches into one of the most overlooked factors affecting dental practice revenue: the dynamics of shared networks. Discover how unsuspecting practices can find themselves receiving reduced payments without realizing, and learn actionable strategies to protect your practice against this pitfall. From training your front desk to be "the keeper of the gates" to understanding new shared network announcements, Lisa offers key insights and practical tactics that could significantly impact your practice's bottom line. Don't let lack of awareness about shared networks affect your profitability; listen to this episode and stay on top of your practice's financial health!

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Listen to Lisa's Other Episodes Here:

75: Lisa Weber | Unlock The PPO, Teams, Numbers, and all about dental insurance – The Dental Marketer Podcast

MMM [Insurance] Here's Why You Should Treat Your PPO Insurance Carriers Like Every Other Marketing Strategy – The Dental Marketer Podcast

The Making of SMILE & CO. - Episode FOUR – The Dental Marketer Podcast

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Host: Michael Arias

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