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The Dental Billing PodcastAuthor: Ericka Aguilar
Welcome to "The Dental Billing Podcast" your go-to source for mastering the art and science of dental billing! I'm Ericka Aguilar, your host, here to guide you on a journey to conquer the complexities of dental insurance reimbursement. Dive deep into the world of dental billing with us, where we unpack compliance, share game-changing strategies, and reveal the secrets to maximizing your dental insurance reimbursements. We're not just about decoding the system; we're about empowering you to WIN at dental billing. Ever wondered why coding opportunities seem to slip through the cracks, especially in the hygiene department? We've got the answers! Join us as we explore the nuances of hygiene performance and unearth coding opportunities you never knew existed. This isn't just a podcast; it's your ticket to success in the world of dental billing. Learn how to navigate the twists and turns, overcome challenges, and stay ahead of the game. We're not just here to talk; we're here to inspire action.Ready to revolutionize your approach to dental billing and take your practice to new heights? Hit that subscribe button and join our community of dental professionals dedicated to winning at dental billing!Remember, it's not just about the codes; it's about the strategy. It's time to conquer, succeed, and thrive in the world of dental billing. Welcome to "The Dental Billing Podcast" where winning is not just a possibility; it's the only option. Let's redefine success in dental billing together! Subscribe now and let the journey begin. Language: en Genres: Business, Careers, Entrepreneurship Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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How Dental Insurance AR Gets “Cleaned” Without Getting Collected
Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
Got questions? Send Ericka a Text!Your insurance AR report can look perfect while your practice quietly bleeds money. I’m Erica Aguilar, and I’m pulling back the curtain on the uncomfortable truth: “clean” dental insurance accounts receivable can be manufactured, and the prettiest numbers on your aging report might be the biggest warning sign.We walk through a real-world story of “Biller Betty” and the fast moves that make an insurance AR cleanup look successful without improving collections at all. I explain the three biggest red flags I see in dental billing and revenue cycle management: heavy adjustments disguised as contractual write-offs, shifting denied balances to patient responsibility instead of appealing, and deleting then recreating claims to make them look fresh. That last one is especially dangerous because it wipes out your original claim submission date, weakens your prompt pay position, and can trigger timely filing problems.Then we get practical. I share the performance percentages I want you monitoring so you can run your billing department like a business: what healthy 0 to 30 day insurance AR can look like, how to keep older buckets from getting heavy, and how to audit any “cleanup” by separating what was actually collected from what was adjusted or shifted. We also talk denial strategy, appeals, when to involve the insurance commissioner, and the 24-hour, 48-hour, and seven-day follow-up system that prevents claims from aging just because they never truly landed on file.If this helped you, subscribe, share the episode with a practice owner or biller, and leave a review so more teams stop trusting “clean AR” and start measuring real performance.Would you like to set-up a billing consultation with Ericka? She would love the opportunity to discuss your billing questions and see how Fortune Billing Solutions may help you. Schedule a call with Ericka:https://calendly.com/ericka-dentalbillingdoneright/30min Email Ericka:ericka@dentalbillingdoneright.comEmail Jen:jen@dentalbillingdoneright.comGrab the Hygiene Billing and Coding Playbook Here:https://stan.store/hygieneunlockedEmail Ed:ed@dentalbillingdoneright.comSchedule a demo with MaxAssist to unlock scheduleing potential here:https://maxassist.com/book-a-demo-fortune-billing/Perio performance formula: (D4341+D4342+D4346+D4355+D4910)/(D4341+D4342+D4346+D4355+D4910+D1110)Delta Dental Locum Tenens Form:https://www1.deltadentalins.com/content/dam/ddins/en/pdf/dentists/locum-tenens-form.pdf
