Buying insurance is not an EXCITING or SEXY, sorry folks... But we have to cover it because we want to give you content that matters. We want to help make you become a better business owner and ultimately help you make great decisions for your future. We do this because we love the dental industry and how dentists fearlessly take on business ownership. Michael Dinsio, host of the show deep dives, asking the hard questions about Insurance coverage. In this episode we discuss: 0:00 Intro...

Path to Ownership: Dr. Josh Raiffe's background in dentistry, growing up in a dental family, and early exposure to the business. The Decision to Buy: After being unexpectedly fired from his associate position, Dr. Josh Raiffe considered starting up his own practice but ultimately decided to acquire an existing one. Importance of a Buyer's Representative: Dr. Josh Raiffe emphasized the value of having a buyer's representative to protect his interests during the acquisition process. Challenges...

When you're starting out as a new owner or during a transition, it is CRITICAL to get good reviews. You need to carry the good will forward ASAP with all your existing patients. Swell ensures patients know it's business as usual and maybe even better than before!  Creed Walker explains how Swell can support you getting those reviews easily and making your patients more interactive and engaged. 0:00 Intro Music3:19 What is Swell11:15 Is Swell The Best Solution?14:58 Practice Management...

Special Guest and Podcaster Onni Franco talks with Michael about his experience he had acquiring am ortho practice and getting started as a brand new practice owner.  The Dental Student Podcast It's the Dental Student Podcast! Tune in to join Onni Franco as he takes you behind the scenes of real dental school/residency experiences, gives out true and tried advice, and exposes you to dental students' unfiltered takes on life. DSP was the first podcast put on by dental students. The goal of...

We geeked out on 401k Options and Planning. But this is such an important step in setting up a successful business for yourself and should not be overlooked. We discussed the value in it for you as a business owner and helping retain employees. We touched on the fact that dentists in general do not plan enough and rely too much on the sale of their practice as a retirement plan. Brian Mohoric CRPC® Financial Advisor, PartnerVinoble Group,  full-service financial brokerage This commentary...

Paula Quinn, BSDH and Stafani Sandoval, Billing Specialist are both coaches from Next Level Consultants. The Next Level team breaks down what it looks like when either you end up buying AR's or NOT BUYING AR's when going through an acquisition. Michael Dinsio, MBA coaches doctors along with the rest of the team to help doctors go through the acquisition process. There are so many details and things to consider. Luckily when you have advocates on your side looking out for you, your chances of...

This Dental Acquisition Podcast hits all the biggest problems that crop up for BUYERS when looking for dental practices to transition. Michael Dinsio, MBA, and co-founder of Next Level Consultants has seen hundreds of deals. In this #dentalpodcast episode he gets together with Tyler Jones an Attorney who has also done many many deals. Between the two of them they can tell you what usually works and what... well doesn't work. ⚠️ !!!TOP RED FLAGS to PROCEED WITH CAUTION!!! ⚠️ 5:56 Does The...

Since 1984, CWA has provided dental professionals with financial education and comprehensive financial services. A trusted name in the industry, we work with thousands of dentists and dental practice owners in all 50 states. Cain Watters Reports: All specialties: https://www.cainwatters.com/hdydpc-contact/ Pedo deep dive: https://www.cainwatters.com/pediatric-comparison-report/ Ortho deep dive: https://www.cainwatters.com/ortho-comparison-report-form-page/ 00:00 Intro 00:41 Episode...

We are getting closer to the END of purchasing a dental practice. Now we want to talk about protecting your new asset "the dental practice" and protecting yourself and your family. Justin Holley and Pat Hauge from Pacific Advisors give us the rundown on what to look out for when talking with insurance brokers. We also wanted to know what you need to think about when setting up personal investments. WE'VE GONE DOWN THE LINE from Steps 1 - 10 #1. Looking for a dental practice #2 . Working...

WEO Media is a thoughtful and technical marketing company with 15 years of experience. Ian McNickle Is a Co-Founder of WEO Media and he let's us know the importance of tracking and converting leads. How to quickly and strategically start marketing after you purchase the practice and got the keys in hand using the Google Business Page. We discuss how rebranding can impact the practice and how to strategically transfer into a new brand with the help of experts like WEO. Contact Ian to...

Forrest Lutz, Business Development Manager @ Wonderist Agency Joins the Podcast and #dentalsharkweek. He gives some really great advice to new business owners on things to look out for when taking over another practice. We hit on analyzing the existing efforts, maintaining Google authority, creating automated touchpoints, and tracking your marketing efforts. This episode is jam-packed and well worth your time! Reach out to Wonderist Agency: https://www.wonderistagency.com/contact Or contact...

We talked with Sean Hamel about marketing a practice after purchasing it and now you're transitioning. Sean gives us a perspective that really breaks it down to basics. He talks very plainly about what should be done, what you can do, what you need to think about...etc. Visit Art of Dental Marketing: www.artofdentalmarketing.com Feel free to call or text him directly at 816.631.0954 - tell him you saw the show! Email him: [email protected] You can also JOIN the FB group at...

TNT Dental creates custom websites that are search optimized. They offer a variety of other services including videography, social media, and search optimization. They have over 1600 clients and have been in business for over 20 years. Time Kelley talks to us about how important it is to use the assets you purchased AKA the existing patient base and hitting internal marketing hard after purchasing a practice in a transition. Let Tim know you saw the podcast! Contact Tim:...

Affordable Image provides an Affordable option for your business to have a stunning, unique Image that will attract customers and help your dream grow into a successful reality. They do this by designing innovative branding, strategic marketing, creative tools, and marketing campaigns that will make any business shine. By taking the time to get to know all of their clients individually, they develop close working relationships that help us create optimal branding and marketing packages for...

Kayvan is co-founder of DocSites a medical & dental marketing company that specializes in creating new websites and making them Google optimized. They have packages to select from with upfront pricing. They support their products with exceptional customer service. To check them out go to www.docsites.com Kayvan is co-founder of DocSites a medical & dental marketing company that specializes in creating new websites and making them Google optimized. They have packages to select from...

Managing employees is one of the hardest aspects of running a dental practice. It can be extremely challenging when taking over someone else's practice. But don't worry, we talk about all of that and how to prevent catastrophes. We discuss how important HR manuals are to your new team. And we also talk about how to stay in compliance with state or local laws. We also talk about how to fire toxic or cancerous employees that bring down the team and the practice. HR for Health: Are you ready to...

We deep dive into the credentialing world with Stafani at Next Level Consultants. She is the front office coach at Next Level Consultants. We talk about the challenges of getting credentialed during a transition. We talk about the timeline, reimbursement fees, umbrella vs. direct, negotiating, in-network vs. not in-network... We asked Stafani what happens if you start billing before your are credentialed? ? ? Michael founder of Next Level Consultants and Stafani want to answer all the...

LEASE AGREMENT NEGOTIATION: As we walk you through the entire process of buying a dental practice, today Michael Dinsio talks with Dan Gleissner at CARR real estate. Lease agreements could be deal breakers, and 80% of the time buyer's are taking over a lease with little negotiating power. But Dan tells us what best practices are and how using someone like Dan, a dental specific real estate broker; who specializes in these kinds of deals can help you through the process. Dan Gleissner is...

Robert Montgomery III, Esq. PC (Dental Amigos Podcast) is the guest on todays show! He founded a leading boutique law firm, focusing on counseling dentists, dental practices and dental service organizations in a full range of business matters affecting dental practices. You can connect with Rob by calling 📞(215) 731-1404 Or via 📧 email: Rob Montgomery Law www.yourdentallawyer.com Rob's legal team brings experience and a depth of knowledge to their clients, as well as extensive professional...

Paula Quinn, Next Level Consultants - CoFounder/Owner/Dental Practice Consultant & Clinical Director. Align Technologies - Hygiene Faculty/National Speaker/Global Hygiene Faculty/International Speaker/Trainer/KOL/Educator, Biolase - Hygiene Faculty/National Speaker/Trainer/KOL/Educator To Contact Paula for a CONSULT SESSION: email:[email protected] Check out Paula Quinn's industry articles below: RDHmag.com, Relationships & Being the Influencer You Were Meant To...

Paula Quinn RDH, BSDH Next Level Consultants - CoFounder/Owner/Dental Practice Consultant & Clinical Director Align Technologies - Hygiene Faculty/National Speaker/Global Hygiene Faculty/International Speaker/Trainer/KOL/Educator Biolase -Hygiene Faculty/National Speaker/Trainer/KOL/Educator RDH Magazine -article by Paul Quinn Dr. Bicuspid - The Future of Dental Hygiene Dental Brief - Getting The Most Out of Your Hygienist 00:00 Music Intro 00:40 Episode Intro 4:18 Clinical Due...

Art Wiederman, Director of Dental Practices, CPA He specializes in serving dental practices. He oversees a variety of services including accounting, tax compliance and planning, financial planning, retirement planning and financial practice management consulting. Art’s expertise is not only in taxation issues for dentists, but also in his knowledge of dental practice metrics and benchmarks. Art has the ability to look at a dentist’s statements and identify profit holes in their...

Mr. Ali Oromchian is one of the nation’s leading legal authorities on topics relevant to dentists. Since its creation, the Dental and Medical Counsel PC law firm has been regarded as one of the pre-eminent health care law firms devoted exclusively to healthcare professionals.   Ali's clients seek his advice on dental and medical practice transitions, the creation of corporations and partnerships, associate contracts, estate planning, employment law matters, office leasing, and state board...

Justin Schafer IS BACK! ! ! He joins us this time representing his firm, Aprio. You can visit his page & schedule an appointment to talk directly with him Aprio Website Aprio has tons of resources and is a Dental Specific CPA & Advisory Team. Justin is leading the charge in transitions and brokering practices with the full force of Aprio supporting these deals. Justin Schafer | Director, Practice Transitions 📧 [email protected]  📞Office: Atlanta Direct: 470-531-8887 In This...