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What is the primary purpose of allowing a caller to vent during a call?
What is the primary purpose of allowing a caller to vent during a call?
- To create telephone silence
- To impose your own viewpoint
- To acknowledge the caller's frustrations (correct)
- To end the call as quickly as possible
Using a calm tone is important when dealing with difficult callers.
Using a calm tone is important when dealing with difficult callers.
True (A)
What does the 'E' in L.E.A.P.S stand for?
What does the 'E' in L.E.A.P.S stand for?
Empathize
Match the communication techniques with their descriptions:
Match the communication techniques with their descriptions:
In the strategy for handling difficult callers, the 'P' in L.E.A.P.S stands for ___
In the strategy for handling difficult callers, the 'P' in L.E.A.P.S stands for ___
Which of the following is NOT a component of the L.E.A.P.S strategy?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the L.E.A.P.S strategy?
It is important to focus your attention on the caller during the conversation.
It is important to focus your attention on the caller during the conversation.
To convey a positive message instead of saying 'Sure', one might say '___'
To convey a positive message instead of saying 'Sure', one might say '___'
Constituent services are not crucial for building and maintaining relationships with constituents.
Constituent services are not crucial for building and maintaining relationships with constituents.
Which of these is NOT a hard skill?
Which of these is NOT a hard skill?
What are the three C's of constituent services?
What are the three C's of constituent services?
Satisfied constituents are more likely to ______ the dental benefits offered.
Satisfied constituents are more likely to ______ the dental benefits offered.
What is the primary objective of constituent services?
What is the primary objective of constituent services?
A satisfied constituent is less likely to be patient with the organization.
A satisfied constituent is less likely to be patient with the organization.
Give one example of a hard skill relevant to constituent services.
Give one example of a hard skill relevant to constituent services.
Which of the following is NOT a conflict resolution method mentioned in the provided text?
Which of the following is NOT a conflict resolution method mentioned in the provided text?
Keeping spaces clean and tidy is an example of being organized.
Keeping spaces clean and tidy is an example of being organized.
What are two benefits of having a good memory?
What are two benefits of having a good memory?
Adaptability includes being willing to ______ and taking on new responsibilities.
Adaptability includes being willing to ______ and taking on new responsibilities.
Which of the following is NOT a tip for being adaptable at work?
Which of the following is NOT a tip for being adaptable at work?
Adaptability includes being willing to change physical locations at work.
Adaptability includes being willing to change physical locations at work.
What are two examples of empathy statements?
What are two examples of empathy statements?
A good memory can ______ stress and increase resilience.
A good memory can ______ stress and increase resilience.
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of having a good memory?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of having a good memory?
Which of the following is NOT a tool for time management?
Which of the following is NOT a tool for time management?
Knowledge does not contribute to building confidence.
Knowledge does not contribute to building confidence.
What is one barrier to clear communication?
What is one barrier to clear communication?
Transparency ______ trust and rapport.
Transparency ______ trust and rapport.
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of knowledge?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of knowledge?
Emotional barriers can be avoided by considering all situations objectively.
Emotional barriers can be avoided by considering all situations objectively.
What is one benefit of taking scheduled breaks?
What is one benefit of taking scheduled breaks?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of humor at work?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of humor at work?
One of the keys to providing white-glove service is to ensure timely and accurate service.
One of the keys to providing white-glove service is to ensure timely and accurate service.
Name one tool that can improve constituent service skills.
Name one tool that can improve constituent service skills.
Humor helps to _____ stress in the workplace.
Humor helps to _____ stress in the workplace.
According to Warren Buffett, what should companies aim for beyond customer satisfaction?
According to Warren Buffett, what should companies aim for beyond customer satisfaction?
The phrase 'no wrong door' implies that constituents should have a seamless experience throughout their journey.
The phrase 'no wrong door' implies that constituents should have a seamless experience throughout their journey.
A key aspect of white-glove service is exceptional care, attention, and _____ towards customers.
A key aspect of white-glove service is exceptional care, attention, and _____ towards customers.
Which type of transfer involves placing the caller on hold and then connecting them without the recipient's knowledge?
Which type of transfer involves placing the caller on hold and then connecting them without the recipient's knowledge?
It is important to use industry jargon when communicating with constituents.
It is important to use industry jargon when communicating with constituents.
What should you do before transferring a call?
What should you do before transferring a call?
When dealing with difficult constituents, it is important to set clear ______.
When dealing with difficult constituents, it is important to set clear ______.
Match the following tips for dealing with difficult conversations:
Match the following tips for dealing with difficult conversations:
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice when handling difficult constituents?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice when handling difficult constituents?
Taking a break is considered a good practice when dealing with difficult conversations.
Taking a break is considered a good practice when dealing with difficult conversations.
What should you provide to the caller about timeframes during difficult conversations?
What should you provide to the caller about timeframes during difficult conversations?
Which of the following is a benefit of maintaining phone etiquette?
Which of the following is a benefit of maintaining phone etiquette?
It is easier to mirror emotions during a phone conversation than in person.
It is easier to mirror emotions during a phone conversation than in person.
What should you do as soon as possible when answering a phone call?
What should you do as soon as possible when answering a phone call?
Phone etiquette tips include minimizing distractions and paying attention to your __________.
Phone etiquette tips include minimizing distractions and paying attention to your __________.
Which of the following is NOT a tip for effective phone etiquette?
Which of the following is NOT a tip for effective phone etiquette?
Name one reason why phone etiquette is important.
Name one reason why phone etiquette is important.
It is more challenging to pay attention over the phone compared to in person.
It is more challenging to pay attention over the phone compared to in person.
Which type of teeth are specialized for cutting?
Which type of teeth are specialized for cutting?
The crown is the part of the tooth that is below the gum line.
The crown is the part of the tooth that is below the gum line.
What are the two sets of teeth we get during our lifetime called?
What are the two sets of teeth we get during our lifetime called?
The primary role of a _____ is to clean teeth and provide preventative care.
The primary role of a _____ is to clean teeth and provide preventative care.
Match the following dental terms with their definitions:
Match the following dental terms with their definitions:
Which of the following is NOT a surface of a tooth?
Which of the following is NOT a surface of a tooth?
The maxillary arch refers to the lower jaw.
The maxillary arch refers to the lower jaw.
Name one clinical position held in a dental office.
Name one clinical position held in a dental office.
Which type of dental X-ray is specifically used for assessing the condition of fillings and root canals?
Which type of dental X-ray is specifically used for assessing the condition of fillings and root canals?
Dental implants are a temporary solution for tooth loss.
Dental implants are a temporary solution for tooth loss.
Name one branch of dentistry that focuses on the aesthetics and appearance of teeth.
Name one branch of dentistry that focuses on the aesthetics and appearance of teeth.
To maintain good oral health, it is essential to brush teeth twice a day with __________ toothpaste.
To maintain good oral health, it is essential to brush teeth twice a day with __________ toothpaste.
Match the following dental conditions with their descriptions:
Match the following dental conditions with their descriptions:
Which X-ray type provides a comprehensive view of the entire mouth?
Which X-ray type provides a comprehensive view of the entire mouth?
Regular dental check-ups should be conducted once a year.
Regular dental check-ups should be conducted once a year.
What is one common dental procedure used for treating cavities?
What is one common dental procedure used for treating cavities?
Which dental services are included for MassHealth members over 21?
Which dental services are included for MassHealth members over 21?
MassHealth Limited provides coverage for both routine check-ups and emergency services.
MassHealth Limited provides coverage for both routine check-ups and emergency services.
What is the yearly cap for services under CMSP?
What is the yearly cap for services under CMSP?
Health Safety Net Partial is similar to Health Safety Net but has a ______.
Health Safety Net Partial is similar to Health Safety Net but has a ______.
Match the following MassHealth categories with their services:
Match the following MassHealth categories with their services:
Which of the following is NOT part of BeneCare's vision value proposition?
Which of the following is NOT part of BeneCare's vision value proposition?
The term 'Producer' refers to a type of Dentist in BeneCare's nomenclature.
The term 'Producer' refers to a type of Dentist in BeneCare's nomenclature.
What is the core criteria satisfied by the BeneCare outcomes-based model?
What is the core criteria satisfied by the BeneCare outcomes-based model?
Match the following terms with their respective definitions:
Match the following terms with their respective definitions:
What is a component of a dental plan?
What is a component of a dental plan?
MassHealth provides benefits to all individuals living in Massachusetts without any eligibility requirements.
MassHealth provides benefits to all individuals living in Massachusetts without any eligibility requirements.
What year was BeneCare's value-based model created?
What year was BeneCare's value-based model created?
BeneCare focuses on providing access to oral health care.
BeneCare focuses on providing access to oral health care.
What are two benefits of access to oral health during childhood?
What are two benefits of access to oral health during childhood?
A dental plan may include member out of pocket costs such as deductibles, copayments, and/or ______.
A dental plan may include member out of pocket costs such as deductibles, copayments, and/or ______.
Name one of the daily responsibilities mentioned for BeneCare.
Name one of the daily responsibilities mentioned for BeneCare.
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
BeneCare aims for _____ % of first call resolutions.
BeneCare aims for _____ % of first call resolutions.
What percentage of calls is expected to be answered within 45 seconds?
What percentage of calls is expected to be answered within 45 seconds?
What significant event in dental history occurred in 1840?
What significant event in dental history occurred in 1840?
Match the following services with their respective descriptions:
Match the following services with their respective descriptions:
Sick time is considered a type of paid time off (PTO).
Sick time is considered a type of paid time off (PTO).
The American Dental Association (ADA) was formed in 1841.
The American Dental Association (ADA) was formed in 1841.
What is the role of BeneCare in relation to the MassHealth Dental Programs?
What is the role of BeneCare in relation to the MassHealth Dental Programs?
The BeneCare customer service model has two distinguishing characteristics.
The BeneCare customer service model has two distinguishing characteristics.
Who is credited as the Father of Modern Dentistry?
Who is credited as the Father of Modern Dentistry?
What is one key performance identifier mentioned for provider calls?
What is one key performance identifier mentioned for provider calls?
The first three dental benefits organizations were formed in ________.
The first three dental benefits organizations were formed in ________.
Match the following years with their corresponding events in dental history:
Match the following years with their corresponding events in dental history:
Which entity was formed in 1966 to provide dental benefits?
Which entity was formed in 1966 to provide dental benefits?
The Oregon Dental Service was founded in 1955.
The Oregon Dental Service was founded in 1955.
What was the name of the first dental college?
What was the name of the first dental college?
What is an aspect of Person Centered Care?
What is an aspect of Person Centered Care?
Name one component of oral health literacy.
Name one component of oral health literacy.
Utilization Management focuses on the ____ of healthcare services.
Utilization Management focuses on the ____ of healthcare services.
Match each organizational aspect with its description:
Match each organizational aspect with its description:
Which of the following is a key focus of Utilization Management?
Which of the following is a key focus of Utilization Management?
Oral health literacy primarily involves knowledge of nutritious food.
Oral health literacy primarily involves knowledge of nutritious food.
What does prevailing community standard of care refer to?
What does prevailing community standard of care refer to?
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
Standard ________ is the name of terminology used by all BeneCare employees? Where is it found?
Standard ________ is the name of terminology used by all BeneCare employees? Where is it found?
What is the name of the fully integrated dental benefit, plan/policy, accounting/payment, network, claims and enrollment administration platform?
What is the name of the fully integrated dental benefit, plan/policy, accounting/payment, network, claims and enrollment administration platform?
What does KPI stand for?
What does KPI stand for?
How do you dispose of PHI/PII?
How do you dispose of PHI/PII?
When should you open files or macros attached to an email from an unknown, suspicious, or untrustworthy source?
When should you open files or macros attached to an email from an unknown, suspicious, or untrustworthy source?
What does HIPPA stand for?
What does HIPPA stand for?
Flashcards
Handling Difficult Callers
Handling Difficult Callers
Managing challenging phone conversations effectively through soft skills.
Allow Venting
Allow Venting
Let the caller express frustrations without interruption to calm them down.
Appropriate Tone
Appropriate Tone
Adjust your tone and pace to reflect calmness and empathy during calls.
Acknowledge Issues
Acknowledge Issues
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Be Natural
Be Natural
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L.E.A.P.S. Method
L.E.A.P.S. Method
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Positive Language
Positive Language
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Final Tips for Calls
Final Tips for Calls
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Constituent Services
Constituent Services
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The 3 C’s of Constituent Services
The 3 C’s of Constituent Services
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Communication in Services
Communication in Services
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Hard Skills
Hard Skills
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Soft Skills
Soft Skills
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Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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Nurture Skills
Nurture Skills
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White Glove Service
White Glove Service
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Time Management
Time Management
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Setting Goals
Setting Goals
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Prioritizing Tasks
Prioritizing Tasks
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Barriers to Communication
Barriers to Communication
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Transparency in Communication
Transparency in Communication
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Knowledge Importance
Knowledge Importance
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Avoiding Multitasking
Avoiding Multitasking
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Scheduled Breaks
Scheduled Breaks
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Empathy Statements
Empathy Statements
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Conflict Resolution Methods
Conflict Resolution Methods
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5 W's in Problem Solving
5 W's in Problem Solving
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Analytical Thinking
Analytical Thinking
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Creative Thinking
Creative Thinking
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Good Memory Benefits
Good Memory Benefits
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Adaptability
Adaptability
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Steps to Be Adaptable
Steps to Be Adaptable
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Organizational Skills
Organizational Skills
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Collaborative Problem Solving
Collaborative Problem Solving
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Cold Transfer
Cold Transfer
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Warm Transfer
Warm Transfer
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Setting Expectations
Setting Expectations
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Use Simple Language
Use Simple Language
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Professional Tone
Professional Tone
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Summarize/Paraphrase
Summarize/Paraphrase
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Proactive Service
Proactive Service
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Importance of Smiling
Importance of Smiling
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Differences in Interaction
Differences in Interaction
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Importance of Phone Etiquette
Importance of Phone Etiquette
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Trust and Loyalty
Trust and Loyalty
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First Impressions on Calls
First Impressions on Calls
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Active Listening
Active Listening
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Voice Monitoring
Voice Monitoring
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Minimizing Distractions
Minimizing Distractions
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Benefits of Humor at Work
Benefits of Humor at Work
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Preventing Burnout
Preventing Burnout
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Engagement in Service
Engagement in Service
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No Wrong Door Policy
No Wrong Door Policy
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Customer Feedback
Customer Feedback
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Personalized Experiences
Personalized Experiences
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Willingness to Learn
Willingness to Learn
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Dental Implants
Dental Implants
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Branches of Dentistry
Branches of Dentistry
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Periapical X-ray
Periapical X-ray
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Bitewing X-ray
Bitewing X-ray
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Panoramic X-ray (PANO)
Panoramic X-ray (PANO)
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Dental Cleaning/Prophylaxis
Dental Cleaning/Prophylaxis
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Common Dental Conditions
Common Dental Conditions
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How to Maintain Oral Health
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Dentistry
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Types of Teeth
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Teeth Surfaces
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Deciduous Teeth
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Prophylaxis
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Scaling & Root Planning
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Crown
Crown
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Root Canal
Root Canal
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Dental Plan
Dental Plan
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MassHealth
MassHealth
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Children's Oral Health
Children's Oral Health
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Annual Benefit Limitations
Annual Benefit Limitations
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Participating Practitioner Network
Participating Practitioner Network
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Covered Dental Services
Covered Dental Services
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PTO/Sick Time
PTO/Sick Time
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Attendance Policies
Attendance Policies
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MassHealth Under 21 Services
MassHealth Under 21 Services
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Emergency Services under MassHealth Limited
Emergency Services under MassHealth Limited
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CMSP Benefits
CMSP Benefits
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Health Safety Net (HSN)
Health Safety Net (HSN)
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Public/Private Partnerships
Public/Private Partnerships
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Value Proposition
Value Proposition
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BeneCare’s Vision
BeneCare’s Vision
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Standard Nomenclature
Standard Nomenclature
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BeneCare Origin
BeneCare Origin
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Goal of BeneCare
Goal of BeneCare
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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
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Service Level Agreement (SLA)
Service Level Agreement (SLA)
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Customer Satisfaction Rate
Customer Satisfaction Rate
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Scope of Services
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Constituent Services Model
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Dental Provider Network
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Oral Health Literacy
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Person Centered Care
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Prevailing Community Standard of Care
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Utilization Management (UM)
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Third-Party Administration
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History of Dentistry
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Father of Modern Dentistry
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First Dental College
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American Dental Association (ADA)
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Delta Dental Plans Association
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Study Notes
Handling Difficult Callers
- Agenda:
- Building confidence when dealing with challenging calls
- Reinforcing "soft skills" for better call handling
- Group tips, tricks, and feedback
Tips for Gaining Control of a Call
- Allow callers to vent their frustrations
- Maintain a calm and appropriate tone
- Acknowledge caller concerns and issues
- Utilize "soft skills" naturally
Allowing Venting
- Utilize telephone silence
- Allow the caller to express frustrations
- Use acknowledgement techniques
- Refocus on problem-solving
- Do not take the issue personally
Appropriate Tone
- Calm your tone
- Adjust the communication rhythm
- Slow down speech
- Mirror the caller's emotional state and show empathy
Acknowledge Caller's Issues
- Use empathy
- Acknowledge caller frustrations
- Engage in active listening
- Repeat issues back to the caller to show active listening
Be Natural
- Let your personality shine through
- Maintain confidence and show no fear
- Utilize your soft skills
- Focus your attention on the caller
- Don't necessarily strive to "win" the call
L.E.A.P.S.
- L: Listen; allow the caller to vent
- E: Empathize; acknowledge their feelings
- A: Apologize if appropriate
- Even for problems not your fault, express remorse
- P: Remain positive
- S: Solve; suggest solutions and find common ground or compromises / help if possible
Positive Language to Use
- Instead use positive substitutes for "sure", "yep" etc
- Examples:
- Absolutely
- Excellent
- You are correct
- I can help with that
- My pleasure
- I understand
Final Tips
- Listen attentively without preconceived responses
- Be present in the moment
- Personalize calls with caller's name
- Prioritize the human aspect of the call before business
- Focus on what you can do, not what you can't
- Recognize triggers and manage them effectively
- Prevent a negative call from affecting subsequent calls
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