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TOOTH BE TOLD: REAL-WORLD DENTAL COMMUNICATIONS, CODING & COMPLIANCE
Presenter: Ms. Jenny Greenwood, LDA – Ortho, PID
Session Date: Friday October 23, 2026
Session Time: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Presenter Name: Ms. Jenny Greenwood, LDA – Ortho, PID
Outline:
This interactive session draws on real inquiries and scenarios handled by the BCDA Member Support team to explore the challenges dental offices face every day. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions throughout the session.
Through practical, real-world examples, we’ll walk through common issues related to patient communication, billing and coding, insurance (including CDCP), and compliance expectations. Attendees will gain insight into how these situations are assessed and addressed, along with guidance to support consistent, efficient office practices.
The session will also highlight key learnings from working with insurers and public programs, and the importance of aligning office procedures with regulatory and billing requirements.
The goal is to share practical, experience-based guidance that helps you navigate complex situations with greater clarity and confidence.
Learning Outcomes
- Patient Management: Identify effective communication strategies for managing common patient concerns and conflicts
- Billing & Coding: Apply recommended approaches to common billing, coding, and insurance scenarios, including CDCP and private plans
- Compliance: Recognize how day-to-day office practices align with regulatory expectations and billing agreement requirements
About The Speaker
Jenny Greenwood – Practice Advisor, BCDA’s Member Support team has over 20 years of combined experience in the dental profession as a CDA, Dental Receptionist, and Dental Assisting Educator. Jenny advises members and their staff on topics and issues related to employment standards, regulation, insurance, and practice management. Jenny also provides mediation services by coaching dentists and dental staff on conflict management strategies
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