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Advanced Practice Management
7101 York Avenue South, Suite 300
Edina, Minnesota 55435-4407
Phone 952-921-3360
Fax 952-921-3281 email
info@advancedpracticemanagement.com
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References and testimonials.

We get more results for more clients than all other consulting firms in our state combined. Because each dental practice is different, we never use a canned approach.

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Advanced Practice Management testimonials.
Howard Farran, DDS, MBA, MAGD, Phoenix, AZ
Dr. Howard Farran“Bill Rossi is ...one of the very best...”

Dr. Bill Dunbar, Glencoe, MN
Dr. Bill Dunbar,“Since hiring Advanced Practice Management, my production and collections have quadrupled.”

Dr. Todd McGovern,
Fergus Falls, MN
Dr. Todd McGovern“Answers are only a phone call away. Helped set up and reach goals, let us know what’s happening in the dental community. My production increased $100,000 per year for six years with Bill’s help.”

Dr. Bill Kotonias,
Brooklyn Center, MN
Dr. Bill Kotonias“A single idea brought us an additional 170 new patients last year. They help make things happen!”

Dr. Mari Bellmont, Eagan, MN

“I find Shelly’s services with Advanced Practice Management to be enthusiastic and very helpful, specifically on how to say things. She has a way of turning language into caring and concern. It makes it easier to communicate with patients.

They (Advanced Practice Management) have excellent knowledge and ideas in regard to marketing, surveys and trends in the area.”


Dr. Wellner, Bemidji, MN
Dr. Wellner“They have ideas which work in the ‘real world.’

Dr. Richard Timm, Oakdale, MN
“Advanced Practice Management’s energy and enthusiasm is hard to match. They come up with new, up-to-date ideas, yet tried and tested in other offices, and presents it to the staff in an upbeat format.”

Dr. Ed Anderson
Jamestown, ND
Dr. Ed Anderson“Matt’s the best! Very upbeat. Great Information over the years.”

Walter Bera, PhD , Founder, Director Kenwood Therapy Center, LLC
Walter Bera, PhD“Bill consulted with me about increasing our business. With a few simple and very doable recommendations, our business has almost doubled! I could not recommend Bill more highly.”

Dr. Troy Schmitz, St. Cloud, MN
“Matt re-energized our office. His “Patient Centered” approach to treatment has renewed the staff’s enthusiasm and has been noticed by our patients. Thanks to his tutelage and the increase in office revenues, we no longer work Fridays!”

Dr. Steve Boger, New Hope, MN
Dr. Steve Boger.“I’ve seen and worked with the best practice management gurus in the country. Our local guy, Rossi, is as sharp as any of them. He knows his stuff and it works....”

Dr. Betsy Ramsey,
Minneapolis, MN
“You are always there to answer my questions about tough personnel situations. Your approach is more individualized without a cookbook formula. You just seem more genuinely savvy than most consultants. Thanks.”

Rosemary McDougall,
Jamestown, ND
“Reenforces the importance of teamwork and kindness.”

Dr. Kapla, Bismarck, ND
Dr. Kapla“Matt respects the staff and our philosophy! Integrates ideas and systems that fit our area and needs!”

Dr. Dan Ross,
Norwood Young America, MN
Dr. Dan Ross.“You cannot afford to be without the assistance of a good practice management consultant given today’s constantly changing health care marketplace. They are the best!”

Dr. Mayer Levitt,
Jodena Consulting, Providentce, Rhode Island
Dr. Mayer Levitt, Jodena Consulting.“Bill has great depth of knowledge in Dental Practice Management. He is a respected colleague, friend, and one of the few non-dentist practice consultants I'd recommend.”

Dr. Michael Gallagher,
Eden Prairie, MN
“I’ve been very fortunate to experience good practice growth even through a Delta transition. Bill Rossi’s advice has been very helpful over the years and I strongly recommend his consulting services.”

Greg Kaake, Duluth, MN
Dr. Greg Kaake.“Bill sees the big picture. Our new patients are up. Matt and Shelly have been very helpful, too. I recommend their services to anyone.”

Dr. Sandy Parrott, Port Huron, MI
Dr. Sandy Parrott.“Very happy with Matt. Great ideas, great results, tailored to my office.”

Dr. Lisa Johnson,
Grand Rapids, MN
“We had a phenomenal production total — one of the best the office has ever had. I really feel like all the things you’ve worked on with us are paying off, and our patients are benefiting, as well as the staff.”

Kristine Kaake, Duluth, MN
About Shelli Hesselroth: “Your professionalism and warm heartedness is a perfect combination that makes you a top-notch tutor. I feel confident that I will be able to master the skills needed for the task ahead of me thanks to you.”

Dr. Anthony Hilleren,
Benson, MN
Dr. Anthony Hilleren.“They sometimes take us out of our comfort zone but when we act on their advice, we improve.”

Dr. Dan Axvig
Bismarck, ND

“Over the years, Matt has helped us tremendously with our practice.”


Tina Funari, Office Manager,
Maplewood, MN

“Shelly Ryan trained me for my first position at the front desk. She was patient, fun and positive. She knows how to work with people.

As an office manager now I continue to value her ability and knowledge.”


Dr. Alan De Angelo,
Homer Glen, IL

“You were the first consultant that ever dissected the practice and had a logical, unemotional approach to practice management. I like that.”


Dr. Paul Hauge, Centuria, WI

Dr. Paul Hauge“Matt has been a great asset to our office over the years. Staff loves the meetings. His advice is tailored to our needs.”


Drs. Jennifer DeChant and Jennifer Herbert
Minneapolis, MN
Jennifer Herbert Minneapolis“Working with Bill Rossi has completely changed the future of our practice. In the first year, our production increased by 28%, and the office ran much more smoothly. Drs. Jennifer DeChant MinneapolisOur results have far outweighed our expectations. Hiring Bill was, by far, the best decision we have made for our practice.”

Dr. Ken McDouggal
Jamestown, ND
“From start up systems through associate transition, Matt’s been there for us. We had 20% growth our first year and have had great growth on top of that ever since.”

Dr. Woody Oaks,
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Dr. Woody Oaks“Bill and Shelly are two of the best consultants in the country.”

Dr. Robert Kaczrowski,
Luverne, MN
I tried an expensive big name consulting firm from out-of-state. I got much better results with Advanced Practice Management. They understand this area, and their programs are tailored to my practice, not canned.”

Drs. Murray and Beth Greer, Minot, ND
“Matt’s incredibly motivating. He has helped our practice immensely.”

Dr. Keith Abrahamson, Chanhassen, MN
Dr. Keith Abrahamson“I wouldn’t be where I am today without you and your staff’s help. Thank you for the good advice.”

Dr. Kurt Albright, Fosston, MN
Dr. Kurt Albright“Matt’s High-Octane tune-up is a must for all dentists who are looking to bring their practices to the next level. Overall attitudes and production are up much higher than expected!”

Dr. Calcagno, Rochester, MN
Dr. Kurt Albright“I thought I knew how to run a practice until I met Bill Rossi. He taught me how to interpret numbers so that we could make changes that would influence the practice.”

Dr. Ron Evenson, DDS, Houston, MN

“I just thought I’d let you know how valuable you have been to our practice. You have facilitated many changes in the way our office functions and we have achieved steady improvement in our profitability without changing our basic office personality which displays a genuine concern for our patients. These are some of the changes that stand out.

  • Increasing the profitability of the hygiene department.
  • Implementing skills to reduce accounts receivable by more than 100%.
  • Increasing up front payments from 20% to 40%.
  • Implementing consistent finance arrangements and using outside credit sources.
  • Improving staff efficiencies and teamwork.
  • Utilizing practice data to implement change.

Thanks again for your skills, insights and ability to work with me and my staff. I look forward to our continuing relationship. I know our practice will become even better.”


Dr. Jerry Appeldoorn,
Northfield, MN
“An excellent wealth of knowledge about the business side of dentistry in Minnesota. A great yard stick by which to measure how our practice is doing compared to the numbers. I have gone to many seminars and listened to tapes and realized that Advanced Practice Management is very up-to-date and flexible in their philosophy. They are very willing to customize a program that fits with any dentist’s own philosophy.”

Dr. Tom Hauge, Osceola, WI
Dr. Tom Hauge“We love the material and the results we’ve gotten with Matt’s help. Great ideas, better follow through.”

Dr. Roger Bisbey, Rochester, MN
“Seminars in practice management are so overwhelming in volume and drastic ideas. Advanced Practice Management picks from their knowledge and others to figure out what will work best for you in your own type of practice.”

Dr. Richard Timm, Oakdale, MN
“Advanced Practice Management’s energy and enthusiasm is hard to match. They come up with new, up-to-date ideas, yet tried and tested in other offices and presents it to the staff in an upbeat format.”

Dr. Todd Pushing, Madison, MN
“Very knowledgeable, works well with my staff.”

William H. Harrison, D.D.S.,
St. Paul, MN
Dr, William Harrison.Marv, Thanks for the video brochure. It looks great!!!

Dr. John Gorton, Staples, MN
Dr. John Gorton letter“I appreciate so very much what you have done for my practice and for my peace of mind. I think our gains have been substantial and I credit the change to you and what you have done for me.”

Dr. Ed Theis, Bloomington , MN
“Rossi and his staff will move your practice if you let them. Has saved us $10,000's in expenses as well.”

Dr. Steve Dalseth,
Apple Valley, MN
“Advanced Practice Management carefully analyzed my practice, recommended changes and enabled staff to implement properly. My staff respects their recommendations.”

Sara Brown, Administrator
“Very informative and interesting.”

Mary Ann Grooters, Administrator
“Really, really applies to my everyday work. Definitely recommended to other offices.”

Leslie, Administrator
“Shelly is a very informative and interesting speaker. She keeps information rolling without a dull moment. Great new ideas!

Dr. Mike Wolf,
Columbia Heights, MN
“I have been out of the Delta network for years and my practice had stagnated. Bill and his staff got us revved up again and we have now experienced two years of solid growth.”

Dr. Dennis Hulbert,
Crystal Falls, MI
“Matt is motivating for the entire staff. We all look forward to his visits. Great results.”

Dr. Sue Dullard, Big Fork, MN
Dr. Sue Dullard.“Before hiring Matt, one of my goals was a happy well-paid staff. Production and collections are way up. Everyone is happy and excited about the future.”

Dr. Dean Erickson
Dr. Dean Erickson.“Knowing that APM works with many other dental practices in the area has helped me feel secure and comfortable with our protocols and procedures. It allows me to sleep at night.”

Dr. Rich Capp, Anoka, MN

“Thank you for your excellent advice about technology in the office and how not to buy equipment.

“About 4 years ago I was at a digital seminar at the Chicago midwinter and the presenter recommended several Installers nationwide, and Ted was one of them. We talked and he looked at the plans of the office, and afterwards and decided that the costs at that time outweighed the benefits. Ted’s honest advice saved me thousands.”


Drs. Karl Berg and Mike Skramstad, Orono Dental

“Impressive piece of work by Marv. It shines.” Dr. Karl Berg

“Awesome job Marv. Love it!” Dr. Michael Skramstad


Dr. Anthony Hilleren,
Benson, MN
“We have utilized Sheila’s services for 1½ years. In the past we always had great intentions of better managing our own AR. However, it is a job that no one in the office enjoys and easily ignored. Once we connected with Sheila we had a low cost alternative to adding another part time team member. We are very satisfied with Sheila’s service and professionalism. Sheila has good results with a very “soft” touch. I would recommend Sheila to any office.”

Marsha L. Hansen,
Office Manager,
Dr. Koubsky’s Office,
St. Cloud, MN
“Sheila is absolutely wonderful to work with. Her approach to our patients is done with “kindness” and consistency. She’s compassionate in her dealings with her clients, and professional. I would highly recommend her to other offices in helping to retrieve past due balances. The work is thorough and her communication with me is excellent.”

Kiki Jutting,
Central Park Dentistry,
Mason City, IA
“Sheila makes people want to pay because of her positive attitude.”

Dr. Paul Johnson, Marshall, MN
Dr. Paul Johnso“Bill Rossi and his crew have a good feel for the dental environment and what works. They are very helpful in keeping the team and myself focused and on track.”
Julie Dunn and Dr. Greg Dunn, Buffalo, MN

Julie Dunn and Dr. Greg Dunn.“Shelly is effective and interactive as a resource for information and language skills regarding patient as well as staff communications. Advanced Practice Management’s perspective on practice management as well as economics, industry wide, have been effective for our practice growth.” —Julie Dunn

“Shelly allows me to feel confident in our systems and she supports the monitoring of those systems when they need tweaking. She offers suggestions that we can take back to the office and implement immediately and they work!” —Dr. Greg Dunn, Buffalo, MN

 
Dr. Tom Weisbecker of Weisbecker, Berger & Ellenbecker
Southwestern Dental, Sioux Falls, SD
“Advanced Practice Management and Bill Rossi have provided excellent long-term advice. They have a proven track record in helping advance the qualities of our practice.”
 
Jamee, Point Family Dentistry, Financial/Treatment Coordinator

Jamee from Point Family Dentistry.“Debra McGrath has been an incredible help to our practice. Her extensive knowledge of Softdent has helped us utilize so many features of our program that we were unaware of. She has helped us restructure our accounts receivable making it easier for us to communicate with our patients regarding their accounts, which in turn has made our accounts receivable numbers go up. She is always so eager to help us and really takes the extra time to make sure we understand what she is teaching us

“She teaches in a way that makes us feel comfortable with her and she never makes us feel intimidated. She definitely is a valuable asset to our team!”

 
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