Fraud, Theft, & Embezzlement - Part 3
Disclaimer: We understand the sensitive nature of this topic. Our goal is to provide awareness to all doctors and staff members. The more...
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Dive into our Orthodontic Consulting Hub, where Shimmin Consulting orthodontic consultants share their expertise. Gain invaluable strategies and actionable insights tailored to fuel your growth, covering everything from optimizing patient interactions to streamlining operational efficiencies. Explore these articles to elevate your practice and unlock success.
Michelle Shimmin
Mar 30, 2022
Fraud, Theft, & Embezzlement - Part 2
Disclaimer: We understand the sensitive nature of this topic. Our goal is to provide awareness to all doctors and staff members. The more...
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Michelle Shimmin
Mar 16, 2022
Fraud, Theft & Embezzlement - Part 1
This week we wanted to turn our focus on embezzlement in orthodontic practices. We, at Shimmin Consulting, recognize that we never reach...
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Michelle Shimmin
Jan 27, 2022
Verbiage that Builds Value in Scheduling
(Are you using the these phrases?) We’ve all heard it at the front desk before; “We are crazy full.” “We don’t have anything open...
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Michelle Shimmin
Jan 17, 2022
TEN Year Anniversary!!!
2022 will mark a significant milestone for Shimmin Consulting; we will be turning 10 years old! That's right, it is hard for me to...
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Michelle Shimmin
Sep 27, 2021
Digital Practice Workflow
PART 5 I’m All In For those practices that have fully embraced the digital patient workflow into their practices and believe in the...
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Michelle Shimmin
Sep 23, 2021
Digital Practice Workflow
PART 4 I can’t quite figure out where it fits. I believe for most practices that have taken a good hard look at digital patient flows,...
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Michelle Shimmin
Sep 8, 2021
Your Ordering and Inventory Process
(Part 4 - Know Your Reps) Build a personal relationship with your reps … yes, reps can be annoying (no offense to any reps seeing this...
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Michelle Shimmin
Sep 2, 2021
Your Inventory and Ordering Process
(Part 3 - Your Master Supply List) A significant part of a thorough ordering and inventory process is an updated master supply list. Why...
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Michelle Shimmin
Aug 26, 2021
Your Inventory and Ordering Process
(Part 2) As we discussed in a poll recently how are you tracking when product is low and does everyone in the office know the system and...
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Michelle Shimmin
Aug 12, 2021
Your Inventory and Ordering Process (Part 1)
There is a lot to consider when choosing an ordering and inventory process that will work best for your practice. First what is the...
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Michelle Shimmin
Feb 5, 2021
Flexible Financial Arrangements for your Patients
Flexible financial arrangements means to creatively facilitate your patients starting treatment. Discuss with the patient what works for...
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Michelle Shimmin
Jan 14, 2021
Promoting Health Savings Accounts
Do you capitalize on promoting a patient’s Health Savings Account when discussing the financial investment of treatment? Did you know...
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Michelle Shimmin
Dec 15, 2020
The Power of Metrics in your Practice
PART 2 - FINDING AREAS OF CONCERN How can I know if the data I am collecting is showing me an area of concern in my practice, or if what...
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Michelle Shimmin
Dec 10, 2020
The Power of Metrics in you Practice
PART 1 - DOCTORS AND TEAM MEMBERS: MAKE DECISIONS ON DATA, NOT FEELINGS What changes outcomes are worth measuring! In business the term...
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Michelle Shimmin
Dec 8, 2020
The Power of Metrics in your Practice
Having metrics will enable you to make better and quicker decisions regarding the direction of your practice. Data allows us to not have...
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Michelle Shimmin
Nov 6, 2020
Business Changes in Orthodontics
PART 4 - WHERE DOES VIRTUAL FIT INTO MY PRACTICE? Ever since “The Day the World Changed” earlier this spring, I have spent many hours...
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Michelle Shimmin
Oct 27, 2020
Business Changes in Orthodontics
PART 3 - CHANGES IN HOW DSO’S/DTC’S IMPACT OUR BUSINESS There are many new business models in the orthodontic industry that are having an...
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Michelle Shimmin
Oct 22, 2020
Business Changes in Orthodontics
PART 2 - IMPACTS AND BARRIERS If change is not implemented in the correct manner, the impact upon the business can be devastating. Some...
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Michelle Shimmin
Oct 12, 2020
Utilizing Your ‘Downtime’ to Build Your Team & Practice
With school starting, many offices notice an increase in “down time” between 9am-12pm. Here are some GREAT ways to remain productive during
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