By TransNational Payments
Between scheduling appointments, filing paperwork and coordinating staff, operating a dental practice can be stressful. Add to that the responsibility of selecting the right treatment and procedures for your patients, and the last thing you want to worry about is how you and your colleagues will get paid.
Fortunately, there are effective solutions for payment processing at your dental practice that can give everyone something to smile about.
Credit Card Terminal
A credit card terminal is a stand-alone device that enables your patients to pay with their credit or debit cards. It’s a very common option in dental practices today — in fact, you may have one at your reception area right now. But, do you know if it’s EMV-compatible?
EMV (Europay, Mastercard and Visa), a standard behind chip cards, is a must for all businesses that want to enjoy secure payment processing and avoid liability for fraudulent transactions. When it comes to your dental practice, security is key, especially considering all the confidential patient information you handle daily. This one-time upgrade is simple and can protect your payments for years to come.
Mobile Payments
It’s 2018, so why should you or your staff be stuck at the front desk when processing your patients’ co-pays? It’s time to give your staff and your clients the flexibility of mobile payments! Here are just some of the many benefits you can experience:
- faster payments — complete transactions in just a few seconds
- shorter lines — reduce the wait and increase customer satisfaction
- stronger security — keep the cardholder information safe and sound
- diverse features — enjoy real-time reporting and paperless receipts
- reasonable price — get modern payment processing without breaking the bank
Getting started with mobile payments is just as simple as using them. All you need is a mobile device, such as a smartphone or a tablet, a card reader and a mobile app that lets you perform, save and manage transactions at the palm of your hand.
Recurring Billing
Payment processing isn’t hard, as long as you approach it in a smart way. If you have patients visiting the office on a regular basis, there’s no need to request their credit or debit cards each time a payment is due. Instead, ask them if they want to enroll in recurring billing. If they agree, you can use your payment gateway to select the transaction amount and the frequency of withdrawals. This is a great way to give your patients an excellent visit experience and help your practice achieve a steadier cash flow.
Recurring billing also is something worth looking into for your personal payments. It’s no secret that dental school debt is sky-high right now, averaging $287,331 as of last year. Some of the best advice for loan repayment includes consistent and timely installments. With recurring billing you can achieve just that, all while avoiding late fees and penalties.
Don’t let your existing payment processing make a dent in your dental practice. At TransNational Payments you can enjoy the transparent interchange plus pricing structure and work with dedicated account managers committed to helping you lead your dental practice to success. Experience payment processing made simple today!
Beyond the Bite 