Fee collection
This advice provides a general introduction to collecting patient fees and developing in-house systems, including expert templates.
More about Fee collectionFees
Setting your fees at a level that covers all your costs and provides you with a target income can go a long way to mitigate uncertainty
Setting and collecting fees overview
Ensuring the prompt collection of fees is crucial to maintaining cash flow and keeping your business operational, and patients need clarity about the fees they need to pay and when.
Private fee setting
This advice provides an overview of those aspects you should consider when identifying your hourly rate and producing a fee scale.
More about Private fee settingDentistry is one of the few NHS services where patients pay a contribution towards the cost of care. Generally, the banded fees are reviewed annually and any increases are made for 1 April. If you offer NHS treatments, you should publish the charges in the public areas of your practice.
For those offering private treatment, the fee setting process requires a disciplined approach to identifying all your costs and realistically setting an income that covers your general and day-to-day expenses.
