Let's talk about how easy it is to set up a United Dental Co-Op (UDC) membership program for your dental practice. The best part? United Dental Co-Op takes care of most of the hard work! Here's how it all works:
Steps to Establish a Membership Program
With UDC, you don't have to worry about the complicated stuff. We've got you covered. Here's what you need to know:
1. Membership Plan Defined:
- Already Set: United Dental Co-Op has already defined the membership plan, so no need to figure out what's included. We just figure out what your membership fee should be
2. Contracts Ready:
- Pre-made Contracts: UDC provides all the necessary contracts, ensuring everything is legal and above board for both the patient and the practice, everybody is covered.
3. Billing Handled:
- Automated Payments: We take care of the membership billing for you. Patients pay their membership fees directly to UDC.
- Payment to Practice: UDC sends you a check for the membership dues every month, so you have a consistent income stream.
4. Staff Training:
- Comprehensive Training: We offer training for your entire staff to make sure everyone is on the same page about the membership program.
5. Marketing and Communications:
- Promotional Support: UDC provides marketing materials and communication strategies to help you promote the membership program to your patients.
6. Membership Tracking:
- Current Member Status: UDC tracks current members to ensure they are up-to-date with their memberships.
- Notifications: If a member isn’t current, UDC will notify you so the patient isn't seen until they are up-to-date.
Your Role
With United Dental Co-Op taking care of the heavy lifting, here's what you and your team need to do:
1. Promote the Model:
- Inform Patients: Let your patients know about the benefits of joining the UDC membership program. Use the materials provided by UDC to explain how it works.
2. Run Your Practice:
- Keep Doing What You Do Best: Continue running your practice as usual, providing excellent dental care.
- Collect Co-Pays: At the time of service, collect co-pays for basic and major services as you normally would. Don't worry we will go into a bit more detail later.
Additional Support
If you ever run into issues with collections or need extra help, UDC is here to support you:
- Collections Assistance: If the need arises, UDC can even help with collections to ensure everything runs smoothly.
By partnering with United Dental Co-Op, you can simplify your practice management and focus on what you do best—providing top-notch dental care to your patients. With UDC handling the membership details, you can enjoy a stable income and a thriving practice.
Ready to get started? Let's make your dental practice the best it can be with United Dental Co-Op! Contact us at info@unitedentalcoop.com.