Episode 614 · November 4, 2024

Unlocking Airway Health: How Dentists Are Shaping Sleep Medicine

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Dr. Gy Yatros and Lisa Fischer-Herdt, CPB

Dr. Gy Yatros and Lisa Fischer-Herdt, CPB

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Dr. Gy Yatros has been practicing dental sleep medicine for over 20 years and is a highly respected international lecturer and mentor in the field. Dr. Yatros is passionate about helping OSA patients live better and live longer through his expert patient care. He has offices in Bradenton, Sarasota, and Tampa, FL, each devoted exclusively to treating sleep-disordered breathing and TMJ disorders. Dr. Yatros is a Diplomate with the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine (ABDSM) and an Affiliate Assistant Professor of the Department of Internal Medicine with the University of South Florida, College of Medicine. He has also been co-presenter of DSM continuums at the Pankey Institute, Dawson Academy, and 3D Congress.

Lisa Fischer-Herdt, CPB, is the Director of Member Communications at Dental Sleep Solutions and 4 Pillar Billing. With nearly 25+ years of medical billing experience, she is a leader in her field. Her extreme diligence and attention to detail makes her a cut above the rest. Lisa keeps current on the ever changing world of Medical Billing to ensure all of the latest regulations are implemented, and every possible dollar is collected. She prides herself on hiring the right people to work at both Dental Sleep Solutions and 4 Pillar Billing, and it shows in our success. Lisa's hands-on management is second to none, and her dedication to our member's success is unsurpassed.
Lisa served as an Adjunct Professor at ATA College in Louisville, KY and currently serves on the Manatee Tech College Advisory Board. She is also a Certified Professional Biller and a member of the AAPC(American Academy of Professional Coders).

Episode Summary

Obstructive sleep apnea, commonly referred to as OSA, affects 25% of adults yet 80% of cases go undiagnosed. And we know that sleep-related breathing disorders can cause havoc on a patient's oral and systemic health. And with so many patients having OSA, dentists have an amazing opportunity to treat these patients that are already patients of record. In this episode, we'll hear from two experts on the best way to start the journey of dental sleep medicine, helping patients on their path to good oral and systemic health while boosting revenue for the practice.

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The Business of Better Sleep: Adding Dental Sleep Medicine to Your Practice

With 25% of adults affected by obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and 80% of cases undiagnosed, dentists have an unprecedented opportunity to help patients while gro...

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