Let’s talk about a dangerous game that too many dentists play, one that starts with a pen, a stack of papers, and the magic words: “Just sign here, doctor.”

It’s called Contract Karaoke, and just like real karaoke, it’s all fun and games until someone grabs the mic, forgets the lyrics, and embarrasses themselves in front of everyone.

Except in this version, you don’t just lose your dignity, you might lose thousands of dollars, your peace of mind, and maybe even your reputation.

The Tale of the Singing Dentist
There once was a dentist (we’ll call him Dr. Swift Signer) who had a rockstar smile and a serious case of “I trust my team too much.”

Every day, his office manager slid papers across the counter with a cheerful, “Hey Doc, just need your signature real quick.”

No problem, right? She was the detail person. He was the clinician. He signed faster than he could finish saying “Open wide.”

Until one day, Dr. Swift found out that one of those “signatures” wasn’t just approving a supply order, it was authorizing a new business bank account—and that account had his name on it. His manager had been “transferring” funds into her own little side hustle for months.

He didn’t just sign papers, he signed himself up for a financial nightmare.

The PPO Plot Twist
Now, not all contract karaoke ends in theft. Sometimes, it just ends in low reimbursements and high frustration.

Dentists sign PPO agreements every day, usually the ones their credentialing company filled out. The logic goes:

“They’re professionals. They know what they’re doing. I’ll just sign and get back to patients.”

But here’s the catch: credentialing companies can prepare your paperwork, but they cannot sign for you.
That’s your signature. Your agreement. Your discounts.

So when a dentist calls later saying, “You got me signed up with a terrible plan!” the truth is a little awkward:
No… you got yourself signed up with a terrible plan.

You just didn’t read what you were singing.

The Chorus of Regret
We’ve all heard this song before:

“I didn’t know that plan pays crowns at $600!”
“Wait—why did my Delta contract change?”
“How did I end up in this umbrella network?”

And every time, it’s the same refrain: “Because you signed the paperwork without reading it.”

It’s easy to blame the system, the team, or the vendor. But at the end of the day, if your signature’s on it, you’re the headliner of that bad deal.

The Lesson: Never Improvise a Contract Solo
Here’s the real-world advice (with a beat you can dance to):

Don’t sign anything cold.
If you wouldn’t prep a crown without X-rays, don’t sign a contract without reading it.

Ask “What does this mean for my fees?”
If the answer sounds like a math problem wrapped in mystery, that’s your cue to pause and call Veritas Dental Resources.

Don’t overdelegate legal and financial documents.
You can delegate tasks, but not accountability.

If you’re not sure, get help.
A quick review can save you from years of low reimbursements (or worse, a front-office embezzlement case worthy of Netflix).

Final Thought: Be the Maestro, Not the Mic Stand
Dentists are brilliant, compassionate, highly trained professionals.
But even the best can fall into the habit of assuming “someone else took care of it.”

The truth? No one can protect your signature but you.
And in the world of insurance contracts, every note matters.

So before you sign on the dotted line, take a deep breath and make sure you actually know the lyrics.

Quick Recap

• Never sign contracts or forms without reading them—ever.

• Credentialing companies can’t sign for you (and shouldn’t be blamed when you do).

• PPO contracts are legally binding and full of fine print that impacts your bottom line.

• Protect your business by reviewing everything or consulting a professional before you sign.

Pro Tip:
If you want to make sure your next contract doesn’t turn into a sad ballad, let Veritas Dental Resources help you review your PPO and credentialing documents before you sign.
Because the best contracts are the ones you understand, and that hit all the right notes for your practice.

Benjamin Tuinei
Founder – Veritas Dental Resources, LLC
📞 888-808-4513
Services: PPO Fee Negotiators, PPO Fee Negotiating, Insurance Fee Negotiating, Insurance Credentialing, Insurance Verifications
Websites: www.VeritasDentalResources.com, www.VerusDental.com