The American Dental Association challenges Delta Dental's new fee for payments by cheque, calling it unfair to small dental practices.
The American Dental Association (ADA) is taking a stand against a new policy by Delta Dental of California that would charge dentists a $15 fee every time they receive a payment by cheque. Starting January 1, 2027, this fee could add up quickly for dental practices, especially small businesses that rely on cheque payments.
The ADA argues that this fee is an unnecessary administrative burden that unfairly targets dentists. They have asked insurance regulators to review the policy, claiming it may violate state laws designed to protect healthcare providers from excessive fees. For patients, this could mean higher costs or reduced access to care if dentists decide to pass on the expense.
While Delta Dental says the fee covers processing costs, the ADA believes it’s a way for the insurance giant to profit at the expense of dentists. The outcome of this challenge could set an important precedent for how dental insurance companies handle payments in the future. For now, dentists and patients alike are watching closely.
Source: dental-tribune.com
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