Coordination of Benefits

COB is the coordination of dental benefits when a patient has more than one dental plan

The Front Lines of the Front Desk: A Field Manual on TRICARE

Stay ahead in your practice by learning the ins and outs of the TRICARE Dental Program (TDP). This post breaks down essential clinical insights for providers, from the 12-month initial enrollment requirement to specific benefit levels—including $1,500 per person annual maximums. We also demystify TDP coordination of benefits (COB) to ensure your office maximizes reimbursement when patients carry additional private insurance.

Coordination of Benefits, part 2

In this episode of the Dental Code Advisor Podcast, Dr. Greg Grobmyer and Dr. Charles Blair continue their discussion of Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs), including a look at the documents that define the relationship between the dentist and the PPO, “handcuffs” commonly found with participation, how to leverage optional services to obtain reimbursement, alternative benefits, […]

Coordination of Benefits, part 1

In the fourth episode of the Dental Code Advisor Podcast, Dr. Greg Grobmyer and Tiffany Wesley, FAADOM, begin their discussion of Coordination of Benefits; why it’s probably more complex than you think, the 5 questions you need to ask to determine the order of claims submission, and the major types of plan coordination.