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What it really takes to grow an in-house membership program
I have been talking a lot with my team members here at BoomCloud about what it takes to be successful with a membership program. We are seeing a lot of practices succeed with this business model and we also see practices that don’t succeed. We want to be a resource and help all of our […]

Your In-House Membership Program Needs a Medical Retainer Agreement
Membership programs are continuing to grow in the dental industry, and for good reason. Practices now can offer dental plans that benefit both the patient and themselves, cutting out the middleman—dental insurance. Membership programs can help practices grow by attracting and retaining patients, increasing case acceptance, and generating predictable recurring revenue from your patient base. […]

Why Revenue Share Membership Programs Will Eat You Alive
We speak to a ton of practice about membership programs and how a practice can be successful. One of the biggest issues I see as practices come and speak with us is that there are other companies out there that take a percentage of the practice’s membership revenue and initially have no costs/set up fees. […]

How to Bypass Insurance Regulation for Your Dental Membership Program (I am really excited about this)

5 powerful software tools for dental practices
There are a multitude of software choices for dental practices. What’s best for your practice? Jordon Comstock narrows down the field with five software tools that he has found consistently help dental practices stay organized and reach their goals. In my article, “The power of systems and recurring revenue in your practice,” I wrote about […]

Relentless Dentists Podcast Interview with Jordon Comstock & Dr. Dave
Insurance complications with patients and the lack of consistent reoccurring revenue are problems that most professionals in the dental industry face. Jordon Comstock, a natural problem solver, has found some simple ways to get rid of these common issues. His passion for leadership and a self-sufficient style of doing business is what got him to […]

How to improve cash flow for your dental practice
Cash flow can be a stressful task for any business, and it can be even more challenging for dental practices. There can be difficulties working with insurance companies as well as collecting from patients. Healthy cash flow should be a core part of any practice, and without it, a practice will not function properly. Practices […]

The benefits of in-house membership programs for your dental practice
In-house membership programs can help your dental practice avoid some of the headaches associated with handling insurance, and can lead to patients becoming very loyal to your practice. Should you consider it for your dental practice? Offering an in-house membership program is an excellent method for attracting new patients, retaining current patients, and offering quality dental care […]

7 simple ways to make your dental patients happy with you
Making your patients happy should be your No. 1 priority, because without patients you wouldn’t have a practice. Happy patients are loyal and they are more likely to refer your office to their family and friends. You should spend time giving your patients quality dental care and making their office experience unforgettable. These seven tips […]

How to set pricing for an in-house membership program in your dental practice
In-house memberships are a great way to develop loyal patients for your dental practice. This reduces your dependency on insurance plans, and helps patients afford their dental care. You’ve heard it everywhere, from magazines, presentations, dental conferences, and colleagues. Creating and growing an in-house membership program or savings plan is one of the best ways […]

7 mistakes to avoid when creating an in-house membership program for your dental practice
In-house memberships are a great way to develop loyal patients for your dental practice. This reduces your dependency on insurance plans, and helps patients afford their dental care. During my conversations with office managers and dentists, I’ve discovered mistakes to avoid when creating an in-house membership program. 1. Failing to install systems Many dental […]

The 8 best podcasts in dentistry
8 Podcasts about the business of dentistry are becoming more popular among dentists. By listening to the experiences of their peers, dentists can learn how to run their practices more efficiently. Here are the podcasts to tune into. Dentists spend a lot of time and money educating themselves about the clinical side of dentistry, but most […]