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Keep your staff in your office, not theirs. Workers’ comp is essential to your insurance portfolio

Accidents happen even when your practice takes every reasonable safety measure to prevent them. Workers’ compensation insurance covers the cost of medical care, rehabilitation, lost wages, and potential lawsuits for employees injured during the course of their employment. Employers must carry workers’ comp insurance in Michigan and all policies are mandated to cover the same… Continue reading

At a Glance

Open enrollment dates are set for 2020 health plans. Depending on the type of health coverage you need, the enrollment period for starting new plans, making changes to existing plans, or adding participants will vary: Individual health plans: New plans can be started Nov. 1 through Dec. 15 for a Jan. 1 effective date. It… Continue reading

4 Most Commonly Misunderstood Healthcare Terms

Open enrollment for 2020 health care plans is just around the corner (see dates in column at right). Let’s clarify the most frequently misunderstood health insurance terms: Deductible: This is the amount you pay for eligible health care services before your insurance plan starts to pay. With a $2,000 deductible, for example, you pay the… Continue reading

Take Compliance Off Your To-Do List with Turnkey Solutions from Eagle Associates

Has compliance been on your to-do list forever? MDA-endorsed Eagle Associates brings organization and success to your compliance efforts. Whether you need assistance with OSHA, HIPAA, OIG (includes Medicaid or Healthy Kids), Eagle Associates has a turnkey program to simplify the process. As an MDA member, you have access to discounted fees. Take action now… Continue reading

Streamline Debt Collections with TSI

Statistics show that only one of 10 debt collection calls actually get through to the responsible party. This is not only time-consuming and inefficient, but highly ineffective. MDA-endorsed TSI (Transworld Systems Inc.) offers a vetted, successful solution to dental practices. After a few unpaid statements are sent, TSI’s Accelerator service sends a soft reminder letter… Continue reading

Significant Dental Supplies Savings Just a Click Away

MDA members are enjoying an average savings of 20% on their dental supplies compared to the manufacturers suggested retail price (MSRP),* and free shipping with no minimum orders! Get started at tdsc.com/michigan. Create your account in minutes and take $30 off your first order. Just enter promo code SHOP30 at checkout.** Call 877-484-6149 for assistance… Continue reading

Significant dental supplies savings are just a click away

MDA members are enjoying an average savings of 20% on their dental supplies compared to the manufacturers suggested retail price (MSRP),* and free shipping with no minimum orders! Get started at TDSC.com/michigan. Create your account in minutes and take $30 off your first order. Just enter promo code SHOP30 at checkout.** Call 877-484-6149 for assistance… Continue reading

Streamline debt collections with TSI

Statistics show that only one of 10 debt collection calls actually get through to the responsible party. This is not only time-consuming and inefficient, but highly ineffective. MDA-endorsed TSI (Transworld Services Inc.) offers a vetted, successful solution for dental practices. On average, TSI’s Accelerator service will resolve 50%  to 70% of the accounts processed. To… Continue reading