5 Essential Tips for Dental Practices This Thanksgiving Season

As we approach Thanksgiving, dental practices across the country are looking for ways to maintain smooth operations and keep patients happy during the busy holiday season. Here are five quick tips to help your practice finish the year strong while also preparing for a successful 2024.

1. Optimize Your Schedule

Take advantage of this time to review and refine your scheduling practices. Aim to minimize gaps in appointments, manage last-minute cancellations, and accommodate patients looking to use their benefits before the year ends. An efficient schedule maximizes revenue and keeps your team focused.

2. Review Emergency Protocols

With holiday gatherings and travel at an all-time high, dental emergencies can pop up unexpectedly. Make sure your team is well-prepared and has clear emergency protocols in place. This helps provide peace of mind to both your team and patients.

3. Show Appreciation to Your Team

Thanksgiving is a great time to recognize and reward the hard work of your team. Small gestures, like a thank-you note or a festive gathering, can boost morale and keep everyone motivated for the busy months ahead.

4. Encourage Year-End Appointments

Reach out to patients who may have unused insurance benefits or health savings account (HSA) funds expiring at the end of the year. Many patients will appreciate the reminder to book an appointment, which not only increases patient retention but also boosts revenue.

5. Streamline Your Accounts Receivable

Managing accounts receivable (AR) is crucial to your practice’s financial health. Working with a billing partner like EZ Dental Billing can help reduce outstanding balances and improve cash flow, allowing you to enter the new year with a clean slate. From insurance verification to collections, outsourcing your billing can save time, prevent stress, and ensure timely payments.

With a little preparation and organization, your practice can end the year on a high note. As always, at EZ Dental Billing, we’re here to support your practice every step of the way. Happy Thanksgiving!