A Few Mistakes to Beware of When Applying for Credentialing

 When it comes to applying for credentialing with most PPO dental insurance companies, there are several different things that dental practices have to beware and keep track of. For some, it’s a matter of realizing the amount of time and effort that it will take the complete the entire process. In addition to the commitment that it takes, there are also several common mistakes that can make the process much more daunting, and in some cases, cause it to fail completely. 

Waiting too long to get started

Because many dental practices don’t initially realize the time that it will take to complete a credentialing application, they don’t realize the importance of getting started on the process as soon as possible. It can be a mistake to think that you have more time than you actually do, or that it will only be a minor inconvenience you can put off until later. Being credentialed is a significant advantage for most modern dental practices, and the sooner you get started, the sooner you can benefit from that advantage. 

Submitting and forgetting the application

After investing so much effort into complete the credentialing process, the relief at it being over can make you forget to keep track of it afterward. Even if you’ve filled out every line and followed every direction perfectly, your application may get mired in the process, causing timely delays and uncertainty about your application’s status. It’s important to stay in contact with the company that you apply with and to request regular updates on the progress of the application’s approval. 

Assuming you can do it all alone

Many dental practice owners take pride in being able to juggle multiple things at once with optimal efficiency. However, the sheer amount of attention and precision that the credentialing process requires means doing it all alone can make you even more likely to make mistakes. More dental practices today are taking advantage of the skills and expertise of third-party PPO experts, who can handle the entire credentialing process (and often, for multiple companies at a time) for them. 

Learn how to avoid credentialing mistakes

In addition to the time that it takes to complete the credentialing application process, there are several missteps that can make it significantly more difficult and time-consuming. To learn more, or to let us streamline the credentialing process by handling it for you, contact PPO Experts today!