When we did a survey on The Wealthy Dentist about dentists dropping insurance, we found that over half of respondents had mostly or completely stopped accepting dental insurance.

But dropping insurance is a major decision for any dental practice, and it's not a realistic option for everyone – especially if:

• Your schedule isn't full
• The majority of your patients use insurance
• You depend on insurance companies for new patients

But if it's right for your practice, dropping insurance can be an attractive option. Wouldn't it be great to always be paid your full fee right away?

However, very few practices end up going completely "insurance free." If you've accepted insurance for payment in the past, this can be a long transition, and you don't want to rush your patients.

You'll have to opt out of insurance programs one-by-one, and you'll want to let your affected patients know about the change and reassure them that you can still meet their dental needs.

What do you think about playing the insurance game?