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Dr. Ian Lerner is an alumnus of Emory University’s School of Dentistry. He also holds a
Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from Emory College. Dr.
Lerner maintains a private practice in Fort Greene section of Brooklyn and Oceanside, New York.

Dr. Lerner developed this course while serving on the NYSDA’s Council on Dental Benefits. He
is presently a member of the NYSDA’s Council on Governmental Affairs and looks forward to
his presidency of the Second District Dental Society in 2007.

Dr. Lerner personally thanks Dr. Richard Herman, Dr. Andrew Vorrasi, and Dr. Judith Shub for
guidance in developing this course and the New York State Dental Foundation for making it
available online.

Dr. Lerner dedicates this course to his professor, Dr. Tom Limoli (1924-2006), who taught
students that dentistry means business.

This course gives a detailed explanation of dental benefits, plan provisions and the various
types of plans your patients may participate in. Proper claim submissions are discussed as
well as the possible results of fraud and abuse.

At the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Identify and understand the differences between the types of dental benefit plans
  • Recognize plan limitations used by benefit providers to limit their financial liability
  • Explain how dental benefits help patients access dental treatment
  • Understand the role of benefit plans in influencing the quality of treatment you provide to
    your patients

Click here to register for this course and to receive
continuing education credits.