PPO Advisors Blog

Why Terminating Old PPO Contracts Is Critical for Your Practice’s Financial Health

May 9th, 2025 by Shelley DeGroff

By Shelley DeGroff, CEO of PPO Advisors As the CEO of PPO Advisors, I’ve witnessed firsthand how outdated PPO contracts can silently erode a practice’s profitability. Many providers are unaware that simply updating their CAQH profile can inadvertently recredential them into old contracts, leading to decreased fee schedules and unintended contractual obligations. The Hidden Dangers ...

Update on the Guardian Dental Lease Affiliation Term Issues: Direct from Guardian

May 7th, 2025 by Shelley DeGroff

By Shelley DeGroff, CEO of PPO Advisors Following the overwhelming response to our recent blog addressing the confusion around Guardian Dental’s lease affiliations with Careington and Connection, we were contacted directly by Guardian for a conversation. We appreciate their willingness to engage with us and begin clarifying the facts of this complex situation. Here are ...

The Guardian Dental Network Shake-Up: What Providers Need to Know

April 23rd, 2025 by Shelley DeGroff

The Guardian Dental Network Shake-Up: What Providers Need to Know By Shelley DeGroff, CEO of PPO Advisors Lately, there’s been a lot of noise surrounding Guardian and its relationships with shared networks and third-party lease arrangements—particularly with Careington and Connection. As a company deeply entrenched in navigating the PPO landscape, we’ve been watching this situation ...