Employee theft can go undetected for years, costing dental practices hundreds of thousands of dollars — or more. Many Michigan dentists have experienced embezzlement firsthand, including a St. Clair practice that lost more than $200,000 to an office manager and a Midland case involving approximately $1 million stolen from a dentist. MDA members can review […]
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4 Ways to know your financial advisor is working in your best interest
A strong financial advisor relationship should provide clarity, confidence, and value. Here are four essentials to look for: Fiduciary Service Your advisor should make a formal, written commitment to put your best interests ahead of their compensation. You should also clearly understand how they are paid. Not all financial advisors are fiduciaries. Access and Communication […]
Supporting safe, compliant dental gas systems with Compass Dental Gas Service
For more than a year, the MDA has endorsed Compass Dental Gas Service, giving members access to specialized support for the safe, efficient and compliant operation of dental gas systems, including oxygen and nitrous oxide. Compass provides comprehensive dental anesthetic gas services, including risk assessments, compliance reviews, safety inspections, flexible line and hose inspections, system […]
Average Loss From a Cyberattack in Healthcare is Now $130,000
According to the Coalition 2026 Cyber Claims Report, the global claims frequency for cyberattacks rose 3% from 2024 to 2025. Unfortunately, the healthcare industry is a frequent target. The average loss from claims in the healthcare industry in 2025 was high at $130,000. The sensitivity of protected health information and the critical need for 24/7 […]
3 Tips to Lower Your Credit Card Fees
Maximize your savings with these tips from MDA-endorsed Best Card. Prioritize card-present transactions. Try to accept payments while the patient is in the office. Card-present transactions (chip, contactless, or swiped) have the lowest risk of fraud, so they’re processed at lower rates compared to manually keyed-in transactions. Encourage debit card use. Debit cards cost significantly […]
New Dental Real Estate Hotline for MDA Members
Commercial real estate-related decisions can be confusing and intimidating. Partnering with a real estate agent who doesn’t understand the intricacies of the dental real estate market could lead to poor decisions that cost you time and money. Approximately six Michigan real estate agents label themselves as dental specialists. That’s just 0.00012%. Bridge Commercial Realty specializes […]
Want a website that actually brings in new patients?
Watch this short video from MDA-endorsed ProSites to learn what makes a dental website effective, from being easy to find on Google to turning visitors into scheduled appointments. After all, an effective website not only looks professional, but also helps patients find your practice and take the next step to schedule. Start with a complimentary […]
Strong Financial Performance Doesn’t Happen by Accident
Running a successful dental practice today takes more than clinical excellence. Behind the scenes, teams are juggling insurance verifications, correcting denied claims, and squeezing billing work into already overfilled schedules. All that friction adds up — and too often, it quietly erodes revenue, staff morale, and patient experience. Forward-thinking practices recognize that strong financial performance […]
Why MDA Members are Flocking to the MDA Health Plan
In today’s unpredictable health insurance market, members of the Michigan Dental Association are increasingly turning to the MDA Health Plan, and for good reason. Designed exclusively for MDA members, their families, and staff, this innovative group health plan delivers affordability and benefits that stand out when compared with traditional commercial offerings. One of the most […]
Should Your Practice Be Surcharging Credit Cards?
As payment costs continue to rise, many dental practices are exploring surcharging to offset credit card processing fees. Surcharging is the practice of adding a fee, typically up to 3%, when a patient pays with a credit card to cover the cost of processing that transaction. Debit cards, HSA and FSA cards, and some insurance […]