The Thriving Dentist Show 31.8% of US Dentists are Planning to Resign from PPO Plans in 2025
Sep 10, 2025
A staggering 31.8% of U.S. dentists plan to opt out of PPO plans due to rising costs and shrinking reimbursements. The discussion explores the widespread participation in PPOs and the hidden costs that come with them, including significant write-offs. Listeners discover a six-step blueprint for reducing insurance dependence while maintaining patient loyalty. Strategies for effective communication and marketing alternatives to replace PPO referrals are also covered, emphasizing a patient-centered approach to building a profitable practice.
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Nearly One-Third Plan To Quit PPOs
- Health Policy Institute found 31.8% of U.S. dentists plan to resign from PPOs in 2025, showing a major shift.
- Gary Takacs links this trend to rising practice costs and falling PPO reimbursements making participation unsustainable.
Use A Proven Six-Step Blueprint
- Follow a proven, step-by-step blueprint rather than improvising when resigning from PPOs.
- Gary warns that deviating increases the risk of costly mistakes and patient loss.
Write-Offs Hidden By Contracted Fees
- Most practices enter contracted PPO fees into their software so they never see the real write-offs.
- Gary says only 10% enter UCR fees and thus truly know how much they're writing off.