When a patient has a long outstanding debt to the dental office,what is the most effective method of collection?

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Telephone calls can be more effective than letters because they provide direct contact with the debtors and are not easily ignored.
Collection letters can be ignored.
Collection agencies charge a percentage of the amount collected,which is deducted before the balance is sent to the dental office.
Small claims courts may rule the debtor must pay,but it is still up to the dental office to collect the amount owed.

When a Patient Has a Long Outstanding Debt to the Dental