Now that we’re finally past the holidays, it’s time to get back to work. That can be a positive or a negative depending on your perspective, and if you’re anxious about the start of 2026, you’re ready to make a plan. As a dental provider, you’re not only a qualified oral health professional, but you’re also a small business, too. You have needs, goals, and more that all need to be managed.
When you see Dental Auditing Solutions in Arlington, TX, you’ve got a team that understands where things are heading. Our office understands that the financial side of operating a dental practice can be tough for some providers who just want to focus on helping people. So, when you’re struggling to make sense of your practice’s direction, talk things out and develop a plan for 2026 so you can end the year stronger than you started it.
Making progress means setting achievable, realistic goals. Schedule a time to talk with Dental Auditing Solutions about improving your processes.
How Was Your 2025?
Before you can really start to make improvements to your methods, you need to know how they are working. That means that it is a good idea to take a look at your office annually, if not quarterly, from documentation to billing and coding. Because simply going along with how you have done things before can be an easy way to get let down; there are consistent changes to coding, and your competitors are always looking to get a leg up on you.
Our office can help you to better understand what you are doing. By shoring up your compliance, it helps you to avoid costly denials, which can make a real difference in your bottom line. So, let’s take a minute to talk about your direction and see where you may be slipping up. Knowing your own office has real power!
Documentation in 2026 Means Something More
This year, there are some additional requirements from insurance payers and government agencies, and if you are not ready, it could impact you. Starting this year, they want to see:
Periodontal examination: Assessing the health of the gums and supporting bone structure.
Dental examination: Evaluating the condition of each tooth for decay, cracks, or other problems.
Occlusal examination: Checking how the teeth come together when biting.
Head and neck cancer assessment: Examining the head, neck, and throat for any signs of oral cancer.
TMJ assessment: Evaluating the temporomandibular joint (jaw joint) for any issues.
Radiographic examination: Taking X-rays or other imaging to assess the health of teeth and bone below the gum line.
Salivary function examination: Assessing the quantity and quality of saliva.
Aesthetic examination: Evaluating the appearance of teeth and gums in relation to the face.
There are also some real changes to coding, too. With 31 new codes and revisions to existing ones, it’s important to keep an eye on them. These include:
Duplication of denture by 3D Printer: X5877/X5878
Scale and Debride Implant: X6049 (This cannot be billed with X1110, X4910, must have Periapical or Bite Wing imagery. Can be billed with X4342 or X4341.)
Removal of Crown on implant abutment; X6196
Talk Things Through With Dental Auditing Solutions
The dental provider landscape has never been easy, but it’s even tricker today. To make a plan for a streamlined 2026, call us at Dental Auditing Solutions at (972) 459-1508 today.