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Less Insurance Dependence Podcast

Mar 27, 2025

In this episode of the Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, hosts Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah break down the essential steps to developing a customized blueprint for success in your dental practice.

Many dentists feel trapped by PPOs, working harder each year while losing a significant portion of their revenue to...


Mar 20, 2025

Many dentists feel stuck in PPO plans, especially in small towns where every other practice is in-network. They worry that going fee-for-service isn’t possible in their area. But what if that belief is holding them back?

In this episode, Gary and Naren share the story of a dentist who thought exactly that—until...


Mar 13, 2025

In this episode of the Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, co-hosts Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah discuss what it truly means to achieve financial independence through your dental practice. They break down the steps to financial freedom, including how to grow revenue with high-quality new patients, why PPO write-offs...


Mar 6, 2025

When a practice drops a PPO plan, patients don’t always react the way you’d expect. It’s not the cost of a crown or an implant that surprises them—it’s their hygiene visit. For years, they’ve believed their cleanings were “free,” but once you're out of network, that changes.

In this episode, Gary and...