When you have a member of your hygiene team out, it’s normal to hire temporary help to cover the schedule. As Dental CPAs, we understand a recurring issue dentists face is how to properly pay temporary hygienists. Whether a temporary hygienist is there to help to fill-in for a day or to help your office …
Let’s say you paid your payroll taxes. Is there any way you would have to pay those same payroll taxes twice? Yes, and this sad situation happens to unsuspecting business owners every day. Is there any way this could get even worse? Yes. On top of paying the same taxes twice, you could have to …
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Hiring a team member can be a daunting process. How do you handle it? Do you hire the first person with a great resume? Even if they don’t have dental experience or it’s been a long time since they worked in a dental practice? Sadly, a bad fit typically doesn’t take long to surface. And …
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Are you considering an in-house dental plan? Maybe you already have one up and running? The fact is, an in-house membership plan can provide a tremendous upside for dental practices. You can provide dental coverage, often at a price point similar or lower than traditional insurance providers, to your patient base. This is a great …
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As the business of dentistry gets even more complicated, it’s vital that office staff members be up to speed. The problem is, however, that many dental offices are just keeping their heads above water. The good news is that practices have many options. For instance, an effective outside billing service or professional management firm may …
Buried under a mountain of work? Payroll services to the rescue! Read More »
Like many industries, the dental profession has been transformed by the digital revolution. Technology has moved from a small but important part of your practice to center stage. Technological change is happening faster than ever before, and consumers expect your practice to offer the same convenience and value they get from other services. Mission Possible …
To paraphrase William Shakespeare, “To give a raise, or not give a raise, that is the question.” Staff expects raises, as they are a tangible reward for their efforts. However, raises may not always be possible or advisable. So, how do you determine whether to give your employees a raise? There are simple steps to …
