Advice for the Front Desk Team – Explain payment policies to patients before issues arise. Make sure all new patients (and those about to incur significant out-of-pocket charges) understand their financial responsibilities. Avoid getting into a situation where treatment has been completed before payment in full is received. This often results in a collection problem.

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