Benjamin Tuinei

2 weeks ago | dentaleconomics.com | Benjamin Tuinei

Dentists and their office teams are no strangers to the frustration of insurance denials, especially when the claim involves pre-authorized, covered services. When insurers deny claims despite confirming benefits in advance, the natural question is: Can citing state statutes or federal laws in your appeal make a difference? The answer?

May 21, 2024 | dentaleconomics.com | Pamela Maragliano-Muniz |David Rice |Benjamin Tuinei |Jordon Comstock

Frustrated with dental insurance? Join us for this week's episode of Dentistry Unmasked, where Drs. David Rice and Pamela Maragliano-Muniz chat with Ben Tuinei and Jordon Comstock about negotiating reimbursements, decoding where patients' premiums are truly going, making strategic decisions about which insurance plans to drop, and tips for dropping plans without patients dropping you.

Dec 27, 2023 | dentaleconomics.com | Gordon J. Christensen |Bryan D. Springer |Benjamin Tuinei |Gary Kadi

Each month, Dr. Gordon Christensen answers a question from readers about everyday dentistry. Q: Since zirconia indirect restorations have become the most frequently placed crown type, I have had significant challenges with occlusion. Most of the zirconia crowns I receive from several labs are made of “esthetic” zirconia, and I understand these crowns are weaker than the original zirconia formulation that was introduced into dentistry.

Dec 22, 2023 | dentaleconomics.com | Benjamin Tuinei |Bryan D. Springer |Gary Kadi |Howard S. Glazer

The Saga of Erik the Red, written in the 13th century, depicts a story of Old Norse Vikings exploring the land we now call North America. History tells us that Vikings were one of the fiercest cultures to exist with their presence creating a lasting impact between the 8th and 11th centuries.1 With celebrated stories of Odin, Freda, Thor, and many other characters that entertain us through Marvel and Disney productions, Vikings have a place in recent history that the world both loves and respects.