What is the difference between Dentulu’s Dedicated Dentists and Dentists
who subscribe to Dentulu?
Dentulu offers a premium subscription plan to dental offices who utilize our software
platform to generate new patients for their office and who want to incorporate
teledentistry into their practice. Dental professionals who choose to work as
independent contractors for Dentulu will not have to pay for these software services
and will be given various opportunities to generate income providing virtual
consultations for Dentulu customers and partners.
Dentulu Dedicated Dentists and dedicated dental offices will receive exclusive offers
by companies who have partnered with Dentulu and who require virtual dentists to
approve their products and services.
Where will my patients come from?
Dentulu, Inc. contracts with companies such as LG Television and Walgreens who
send their customers to Dentulu dentists for screenings and online consultations.
Consumers also find Dentulu organically through various channels and will have the
opportunity to participate in virtual consultations with dentists on our network who
will get paid to screen these patients.
What types of companies use teledentistry?
The types of companies that partner with Dentulu vary based on the products and
services they are providing. They include insurance companies, pharmaceutical
companies, clear aligner companies, dental laboratories and other companies who
offer services for cosmetic dentistry, laboratory testing, removable appliances and
more to consumers.
How do I get started?
Simply request to join by filling out the form on teledentistryjobs.com. Once your
request is submitted, a member of our team will reach out to provide you with more
details and determine if you will be a fit for Dentulu, Inc network of providers.
What is required from me?
Dentists must maintain unrestricted and active dental license(s) in the State(s) they
are seeing patients whether in person or virtually. Dentists must maintain active
malpractice insurance and inform Dentulu when they will be available to take calls
by setting up a customized calendar of availability. Dentists will make reasonable
efforts to take calls whenever they have agreed to be available and will follow their
best judgment in providing approvals and consultations for patients.
Are appointments scheduled or on-demand?
Appointments can be either scheduled in advance or on-demand for emergencies.
This will be based on your preference and availability. Emergency calls are usually
connected to a licensed dentist within 10 minutes of the patient requesting a
consultation. Non Emergency consultations and sign offs can be scheduled in
advance and based on the provider’s availability.
Will I need to be available for 24/7 for on-demand emergency
appointments?
While we encourage our providers to make themselves available for emergency
calls we do not dictate how providers set up their availability. You have the freedom
to create your own schedule and can determine when and where to take calls or
consultations. We do however expect all dedicated network providers to provide a
minimum of 12 hours of availability per week with the exception of holidays and
planned vacations.
What about vacation time?
As an independent contractor, our Teledentistry network providers have the
freedom to choose which hours/days to be available. Dentulu does not dictate your
work schedule and provides you the freedom of choosing the time and location
where you provide consultations. If you are taking a vacation, you can simply make
yourself unavailable with a click of a button going “offline” until you are ready to
return and be “on call.”
Will I take calls from anywhere in the country?
The only restriction you will have is the pre-requisite that you have an active license
in the State where the patient is being treated. For example, if you are licensed in
the State of California, you can see any patients in California even if you are
traveling overseas. Our software will automatically match the patient with a
licensed dentist in that state to ensure legal compliance and automation.
Can I choose which companies I want to work with?
Yes, providers will be matched with the companies and services they feel
comfortable treating. Your profile and resume will be presented to each company
with who we contract and they will review and approve you as a provider to whom
they send cases for approvals. You will never be asked or required to approve any
cases that you do not feel comfortable with and are expected to provide care at the
same standard of care as any traditional dental office.
What determines how a patient is referred to me?
Patient referrals are determined by:
- Pool of dentists who have accepted to work with a specific company
- The State(s) in which you hold an active dental license
- Insurance credentialing and in-network participation (if applicable)
- Your availability determined solely by you when setting up your calendar
How can I get support if I have a question?
Dentulu, Inc. prides itself on its communication with the dentists in its network.
There will be many support options available to our dedicated providers including
email, telephone, and chat support with our company.
Will virtual dentists providing Teledentistry be able to write prescriptions
if necessary?
Dental providers providing virtual dental care have the freedom to write
prescriptions for patients which can be sent directly to the patient’s pharmacy.
Prescriptions are not always necessary and Dentulu asks that you refrain from
prescribing narcotics and Opioid medications to patients.
How much do TeleDentists get paid?
The income opportunities to virtual dentists on our Teledentistry Network will
depend on the number of cases they approve and the dentist’s availability. In
general, the typical payment to dental providers ranges between $25- $60 per
appointment or approval and will depend on the specific service and contract.
Average appointment times are range between 5 - 15 minutes. You will be given the
opportunity to accept or reject each appointment. Providers will be given a
dashboard where the provider can track the number of cases and evaluate their
income.
How will I get paid?
Dentulu will collect the fee from the company or patient before they are assigned to
a virtual Teledentist and will pay our dental providers a guaranteed consultation fee
which will be made available for withdrawal upon the completion of the
consultation. The dental provider can review their income on their dedicated
dashboard and withdraw their income in the “My Earnings” tab. Payments to the
dentist can be automatically withdrawn to the providers bank account and will
usually reflect on their dashboard within 24 hours and will be available in linked
bank account within 5 days of withdrawal.
Does it cost anything to join?
There is no cost to apply or join the dental provider network. Our nationwide
Teledentistry network program will provide you with all of the software and tools
needed to successfully participate in our network of dedicated providers.
How will it affect my malpractice coverage?
Malpractice terms can vary significantly between carriers. Many malpractice carriers
treat teledentistry visits no differently than in-office visits. However, you should
check with your carrier for individual policy restrictions and coverage.
Will I be an employee of Dentulu, Inc.?
No. You will be an independent contractor and must complete a 1099 tax form. This
allows you to choose your own availability and participation of the types of cases
you agree to take on.
What is my time commitment to Teledentistry Jobs Network?
While Teledentistry jobs network does not dictate your hours of availability, we ask
that you provide at least 12 hours of availability weekly. Naturally, dental providers
with more availability will benefit from more income and will also be a more
attractive candidate to the companies who choose their network participants.
Will Dentulu, Inc. dictate treatment?
Neither Dentulu nor any of the companies with whom we work will ever dictate the
treatment, diagnosis, or services to be rendered by our clinicians. The treating
dentist retains full autonomy and responsibility for patient care.
How will I get trained?
Our Teledentistry network will provide you unlimited support and training as needed
for participation in our programs. The software program provided to you is very
intuitive and easy to learn quickly but if additional training is needed, Dentulu, Inc.
will arrange for your remote training at no cost to you.
What equipment will I need?
Appointments can be done on the web or via an Android or iOS device. A camera
and microphone are necessary if you participate in synchronous video consultations
but not mandatory. To provide virtual dental services, a TeleDentist will require
internet or telephone access whether through WIFI or other forms of internet
access. We do recommend that you provide consultations in a quiet and private
setting and that you secure your computer and/or mobile device with a password so
that others do not gain access into your patient charts. Dentulu provides HIPAA
compliant protections to secure your account and has incorporated multiple privacy
and security measures to protect our providers as well as privileged patient
information.
Can I stop at any time?
Your participation in our network is at will and you can discontinue your
participation at any time. We do ask for a 30 day advanced notice to allow our
company to replace your position and to ensure continuity of care to the patients
for whom you are providing treatment.
How many appointments and consultations do Teledentists on
Teledentistry Jobs Network receive?
The number of Teledentistry appointments and consultations will vary dramatically
based on the demand in that particular state as well as the number of contracts
available through our partner companies. Our Teledentistry network is growing
rapidly and more companies are utilizing our services to facilitate their businesses
so new dentists on our platform should expect steadily increasing opportunities with
time.
