Transitioning ownership or expanding through acquisition is one of the most pivotal moments in a dental practice’s lifecycle. Whether you’re buying, selling, or integrating, the right strategic and operational support ensures a smooth transition—and protects the value you’ve purchased or worked hard to build.
At Five Lakes Dental Practice Solutions, we help dentists, groups, and DSOs navigate the complex financial, operational, and payer-related challenges of practice transitions. Working routinely for sellers looking to maximize value prior to sale or buyers looking to maximize opportunities, our team combines deep industry expertise, payer contracting experience, and real-world financial insight to help you make confident decisions before, during, and after the transition.
Our Approach: Strategic Clarity Before the Deal Closes
Every acquisition or transition has hidden operational risks—outdated payer contracts, misaligned credentialing, reimbursement gaps, or network overlap. We focus on uncovering and resolving those issues early.
Our process includes:
- Reviewing existing payer contracts, participation status, and rate differentials between buyer and seller
- Identifying potential revenue leakage during ownership change
- Assessing credentialing timelines to prevent claim denials
- Building transition plans that align with the buyer’s future payer strategy
We act as your advisory partner—not just to ensure compliance, but to position the practice for post-acquisition growth.
What’s Included in Our Transition Support
Pre-Acquisition Payer Review
Evaluate all active payers, reimbursement rates, and network affiliations to identify renegotiation opportunities and potential red flags.
Credentialing Roadmap
Create and execute a credentialing timeline to ensure uninterrupted payer participation under new ownership.
Revenue Continuity Planning
Coordinate payer notifications and effective dates to minimize gaps in cash flow during transition.
Integration Support
Align fee schedules, participation status, and billing practices across acquired entities to standardize performance.
Education & Training
Equip administrative and leadership teams with tools to manage payer relationships confidently post-close.
Why it matters?
A successful practice transition isn’t only about valuation—it’s about continuity. Missed credentialing deadlines, misaligned participation, or outdated contracts can delay revenue and frustrate patients. By integrating payer and operational readiness into the transaction, you protect the deal’s financial performance and ensure a seamless handoff for staff and patients alike.
Our expertise gives both buyers and sellers peace of mind.
For Buyers: clarity on true revenue potential and hidden risks.
For Sellers: assurance that the practice’s value and payer relationships transfer smoothly.
For Groups & DSOs: scalable frameworks to standardize transitions across multiple acquisitions.
Why five lakes?
Our team has guided hundreds of practices through successful transitions—from single-doctor sales to multi-location group integrations. We understand that each deal is unique, and our support is designed to match your pace, size, and goals.
With Five Lakes, you gain more than a consultant—you gain a partner invested in your long-term success. We help you avoid common pitfalls, align payer strategy with business objectives, and enter your next chapter with confidence.
Take The Next Step
Schedule a call with our Transition Advisory Team to discuss your acquisition or ownership change. Together, we’ll chart a clear path for payer alignment, credentialing continuity, and sustained profitability.