The Fee Schedule Reset — Renegotiating PPO Contracts Before 2027 Locks You In

Key discussion topics

Five questions the panel will answer with real numbers, real contracts, and real renewal timelines.

1. 01

   Where real negotiation opportunities exist in PPO fee schedules and how practices can identify them.

2. 02

   What data and practice metrics strengthen a dentist's position during insurance negotiations.

3. 03

   When practices should renegotiate existing contracts versus when it may make sense to drop a plan.

4. 04

   How teams can prepare for renewal notices and respond with a strategic approach.

5. 05

   Systems practices can build to protect profitability and avoid costly insurance mistakes.

Meet the panel

Three experts who negotiate, audit, and systematize PPO participation for dental practices every day.

Tessina Bullock

President · Verus Dental

Tessina Bullock is a respected dental insurance strategist and the President of Verus Dental, where she helps dental practices navigate insurance challenges, PPO strategy, and operational improvements. With extensive experience supporting dental teams, Tessina has developed a strong understanding of the systems and decisions that impact practice profitability. Known for her practical approach to insurance optimization and practice growth, she provides valuable insights into reimbursement strategies, fee schedule analysis, and building stronger financial foundations for dental practices.

Ben Tuinei

Founder · Veritas Dental Resources

Ben Tuinei is one of the dental industry's leading experts in PPO negotiations, dental insurance strategy, and practice profitability. As the Founder of Veritas Dental Resources, Ben has helped thousands of dental practices better understand insurance contracts, negotiate stronger reimbursement rates, and reduce the financial impact of ineffective PPO participation. With decades of experience working directly with dental practices and insurance networks, he is recognized for simplifying complex insurance challenges and providing actionable strategies that help dentists regain control over their revenue.

Laura Johnston

Founder · My Dental SOP

Laura Johnston is a dental operations expert and the founder of My Dental SOP, where she helps dental practices create stronger systems, improve team accountability, and streamline daily operations. With a focus on operational excellence, Laura works with practices to develop repeatable processes that support efficiency, consistency, and growth. She brings valuable insights into creating workflows that allow practices to run more effectively while delivering a better patient experience, and continues to help dental teams build organized, scalable operations that support long-term success.