As the AAP’s insurance consultant, I am available to help AAP members resolve challenges they encounter with insurance carriers
These measures, which are based on scientific data and use the dental procedure codes submitted for insurance claims, will allow a plan or program to determine if patients who receive periodontal treatment go on to receive further evaluations and/or continuing care, with the ultimate goal of reduced tooth loss and recurrence of disease
In addition to the new programs, the AAP has maintained continued relationships with some of its most trusted partners, including Treloar & Heisel for comprehensive products and services relating to insurance, investments, and financial planning; CareCredit for patient financing options; Southern Anesthesia & Surgical for discounts on the products used every day in periodontal practice; Officite for helping to build and maintain a full-spectrum web presence; and UPS for helping you save on shipping
This year’s topic will be “Navigating Periodontal Practice” and will feature a round robin breakout format for an in-depth and interactive look at the following topics: Running a Periodontal Practice: Practice management (staffing, billing, inventory, scheduling); practice marketing; networking/referral building Understanding Different Types of Periodontal Practice: Private practice; group practice; DSO Protecting Your Practice: Insurance needs; legal advice Complementing Periodontal Practice: Part-time education opportunities; lecturing; research; organized dentistry After Pearls and Pitfalls, use your recently acquired knowledge and head down to the second annual Periodontal Career Fair located in the Exhibit Hall
Coding and reimbursement staff should be regularly updated on third-party issues pertaining to medical and dental billing and insurance. See the 2017 coding workshop schedule for more information
The committee is composed of experts from both the Organizing Committee for the 2017 World Workshop and those who represent periodontal education, clinical practice, and the insurance industry. Our committee is in the process of identifying key messages and resources to facilitate the adoption the 2018 Disease Classification by all communities of interest