Significant data breach and cyber security incidents in dentistry do happen. In one 2020 breach, the protected personal and health information of over 1 million patients was accessed. Dental Care Alliance had to mail notices to all the patients whose records were breached in the intrusion. Practices in Michigan were among the 330-plus offices affected… Continue reading →

Before you rent a car, check with your auto insurance agent to be sure the rental is covered by your policy. Also inquire about adding loss of use coverage, so you don’t get stuck with a big bill if your rental car is in a collision and cannot be re-rented by the company for weeks…. Continue reading →

Did you know that the average dental practice is overpaying by $3,736 on credit card processing fees each year? That’s the average savings for dentists who switch to Best Card, the MDA-endorsed processor. With Best Card, enjoy: • Unparalleled customer service featuring a human answering the phone. • Multiple processing options (standalone terminals, online, mobile,… Continue reading →

The MDA-endorsed company ProSites won the 2021 Townie Award for best website design and services for 2021. According to Dentaltown, its members, who affectionately refer to themselves as Townies, have been voting on their favorite products and services in the dental industry for more than a decade. The result is a comprehensive list of peer-recommended… Continue reading →

For practices offering high-deductible health plans, the MDA has endorsed Alerus to provide health savings accounts (HSAs) for employees. HSAs allow employees a tax-free way to save and pay for healthcare expenses. Alerus offers a variety of investment options, including low-cost Vanguard target date funds and self-directed brokerage accounts (10,000+ mutual funds), and can provide… Continue reading →

Implementing an in-office dental plan to help patients afford dentistry is a great way to drive revenue. When you use the MDA-endorsed Quality Dental Plan platform to design and help market your plan, you’ll have no set-up costs, pay the least amount in fees and get a robust menu of services. Using another platform? Switch… Continue reading →

Medicare and health care options are vital parts of pre-retirement planning. Take this opportunity to significantly expand your understanding of Medicare and your Supplemental Coverage Options. Presented by our Medicare advisory team. Receive 2 free CE credits by attending. You’ll want to understand the enrollment process at least three months before your 65th birthday. Here… Continue reading →

After a long absence due to the pandemic, MDA Insurance is excited to reintroduce our popular home and auto Lunch & Learn program! Our visits to dental offices with lunch and a fun, interactive educational program about the new auto no-fault reform law and commonly overlooked homeowners tips and tricks have been on hold for… Continue reading →

As patients come in for preventive care and needed dentistry, many may be more cost conscious. Being able to pay over time with the MDA-endorsed CareCredit credit card may make it easier for them to move forward with recommended care. Make the application and payment process contactless by sharing your Custom Link. With Custom Link,… Continue reading →

What are your financial goals  for 2022? Have you started saving for retirement? If so, are you saving enough to fund the retirement you imagine? Weighing whether it’s smarter to pay off student loans more aggressively at the expense of saving for retirement? Get help with your financial goals by talking to DBS Investment Advisers,… Continue reading →