Simplified billing and coding solutions for dentists
Dentistry Billing Service
Otolaryngology is a complex medical specialty dealing with disorders of the ear, nose, and throat, along with related structures of the head and neck. The diversity of procedures, combined with overlapping diagnostic and surgical services, makes medical billing in this field particularly intricate. Efficient billing is crucial for maintaining cash flow and ensuring timely reimbursement.
Our specialized otolaryngology billing services are designed to reduce denials, improve reimbursement rates, and streamline your practice’s revenue cycle management (RCM).
🧠 Why Dental Practices Need Expert Billing Services
The dental billing process is riddled with complexities—unlike general healthcare coding, it requires a deep understanding of CDT (Current Dental Terminology), insurance limitations, frequency clauses, and coordination of benefits between plans. Most claim denials arise from improper coding, missed documentation, or submission delays.
By outsourcing to a dedicated dental billing team, your practice benefits from:
Higher Claim Acceptance Rates
Reduced Reimbursement Delays
Lower Administrative Overhead
Fewer Audit Triggers
Better Patient Experience
🧾 Common Procedures & Billing Codes in Dentistry
| Dental Service | CDT Code | Coverage Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Periodic Oral Evaluation | D0120 | Covered every 6 months |
| Bitewing X-rays (2 films) | D0272 | Often covered twice a year |
| Prophylaxis (Adult Cleaning) | D1110 | Preventive care, standard frequency limits apply |
| Resin-Based Composite (1 surface) | D2391 | Restorative, may require pre-authorization |
| Tooth Extraction | D7140 | Surgical coding guidelines apply |
| Crown – Porcelain/Ceramic | D2740 | Requires documentation and often pre-approval |
| Root Canal – Anterior | D3310 | Diagnostic X-rays and notes usually required |
💼 Services We Provide
We provide end-to-end billing support customized for your dental practice:
| Service | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligibility & Benefit Verification | We verify each patient’s coverage in real time before services are rendered |
| Accurate CDT Coding | Up-to-date with annual CDT updates to avoid rejections |
| Claims Submission & Tracking | Clean claims submitted within 24 hours and tracked until payment |
| Denial Management | We handle appeals, corrections, and timely resubmissions |
| Payment Posting & Reconciliation | Payments posted accurately; discrepancies flagged instantly |
| Patient Billing & Collections | Easy-to-understand bills and follow-up calls or reminders |
📊 Sample Performance Snapshot
| Metric | In-House Average | With Our Services |
|---|---|---|
| First-Pass Acceptance Rate | 82% | 97% |
| Average Days in A/R | 38 | 17 |
| Claim Denial Rate | 15% | 3–5% |
| Monthly Revenue Growth | N/A | Up to +25% |
| Patient Collection Rate | 60–70% | 85–90% |
🧩 Customized Solutions for All Dental Specialties
No two dental offices are the same. We tailor our services based on your specialty and volume:
General Dentistry
Pediatric Dentistry
Orthodontics
Periodontics
Endodontics
Prosthodontics
Oral Surgery
Our billing professionals are trained to understand the nuanced differences between specialties—whether it’s coding for a molar root canal or submitting claims for full-arch implants.
🔄 How We Improve Dental RCM
A robust Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) system is key to any dental office’s long-term success. Here’s how we elevate your practice:
Pre-authorization Handling: Avoid costly surprises by verifying complex procedures ahead of time.
Coordination of Benefits (COB): Efficient handling of dual insurance claims.
Electronic Remittance Advice (ERA): Automation for fast, accurate payments.
Custom Reports: Monthly insights into revenue, denial trends, and patient billing performance.
Compliance Assurance: HIPAA-compliant data handling and audit-ready documentation.
MyMedicalBillingService.com is a trusted medical billing company managing everything from coding to claims and payment follow-ups. We specialize in resolving billing challenges for practices of all sizes and specialties, letting you focus on exceptional patient care while we handle the complexities of your revenue cycle.
