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09/30/2026

Details if you received a notice from United Concordia about a new agreement with Aetna Medicare!

09/17/2026

If you received a letter from Dental Benefit Providers about a new relationship with NationsDental, the biggest question has been "why am I getting a letter from DBP and am I in-network now?" A 2 minute video below is linked to clarify:

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]