Unlock the PPO

09/02/2026

If you are getting Aetna Medicare Advantage through Connection Dental, you likely received a notice that Aetna will no longer be accessing Connection for Medicare plans effective 1/1/27. Below is a quick video with a summary and options:

08/17/2026

For our Denver (and beyond) friends, check out Practice Management Power Day by Odyssey Management Dental Speaking & Consulting coming up by DIA in September. Teresa's classes are always a huge value and it's not often that she's so close by!

08/03/2026

Today is the first business day where Cigna's new shared network agreements with Guardian and Principal may be effective. Be sure to keep an eye on EOBs to ensure you are not being pulled into an agreement that may not work to your benefit!

07/23/2026

07/07/2026

While terminating PPOs is often a hot topic, there are cases where analyzing adding participation may make sense. Particularly for new practice owners who may have purchased a small practice from a retiring dentist and are looking for strategic growth with little cost. A few things to keep in mind below!

07/02/2026

If you are in the state of North Carolina and have a direct contract with Guardian, their shared network agreement with Aetna may soon apply to your office (after previously being excluded). Below is a video to explain what this means for your NC office and what steps, if any to take. If you do need to send a Guardian opt out, the email address to send it will be in the comments. Check out this video from Sandi Hudson

To opt out, email Guardian at: [email protected]

06/30/2026

Struggling with understanding shared network agreements? Check out our podcast with our friends at ACT Dental to get on track:

Are you struggling to figure out shared network agreements? In this...

06/30/2026

From our friends at Classic Practice Resources

🚨 Is your schedule falling apart because of no-shows?

Broken appointments don't just leave empty chairs—they impact patient care, team productivity, and your bottom line.

In this episode of Dental Drill Bits, Sandy shares practical strategies to help you:
✔️ Reduce no-shows
✔️ Strengthen appointment confirmations
✔️ Communicate with confidence
✔️ Build scheduling systems that actually work

A full schedule starts long before the patient walks through your door.

🎧 Listen now and take back control of your schedule: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dental-drills-bits/id1193269670