Dental Billing In-House vs. Outsourcing — The Real Cost Comparison
One of the most common questions dental practice owners ask when considering billing outsourcing is simple: “Is it actually cheaper?” It’s a smart question. But in most cases, dentists are comparing the wrong numbers. Many practices look at the outsourcing fee—usually a percentage of collections—and compare it directly to a biller’s salary. On the surface, […]
Why 97% Net Collections Is the New Benchmark—and How HealthIQ Helps Practices Get There
Reaching a 97% net collection rate is no longer an aspirational target for top-performing practices in the United States—it’s quickly becoming the benchmark. In a demanding market like New York, where operating costs, state-specific payer rules, and administrative burden keep climbing, falling short of this standard can directly erode financial stability. A strong revenue cycle […]
How Clean Claims Rate Impacts Your Revenue: The 98% Rule Clinics Must Follow
In today’s complex and fast-moving healthcare system, your clinic’s financial health depends on one simple number: your clean claims rate. If your claims are not clean—meaning complete, error-free, and payer-ready—the revenue cycle slows down immediately. Payments get delayed, denials increase, staff workload rises, and cash flow weakens. Across the US, high-performing practices aim for a […]