EP 156 Dental Insurance Secrets Every Dentist Should Know

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Did you know 80% of dental claim denials can be overturned with the right strategy?

I love meeting fellow insurance nerds! My time with Dr. Christie Bateman was packed full! She shared how to master PPOs, Medicare Advantage plans, and complex prior authorization rules while protecting your bottom line. Dr. Christie breaks down the exact methods she uses to reverse denials, clear documentation, targeted patient photos, and short, persuasive appeals that insurance carriers can’t ignore.

Get the inside scoop on Liberty Medicare Advantage’s extensive prior auth requirements and how direct advocacy led to changes that benefit dentists. We discussed the concept of “provider gold cards” that could dramatically reduce administrative workload. The conversation wraps up with real talk about how patient education can guide smarter insurance plan choices. It's not just about better coverage - it's about a smarter patient.

Connect with Dr. Christie

Website: Bateman & LaMond Milford Dentistry

Instagram: milforddentist

Facebook: Bateman & Lamond Milford Dental

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