Important Fee Guide Information for Survey: The Fee guide used by ADTO and that DTABC has adopted is produced by a TIME in Motion Study. We have had many members think that the fee guide is too high. Here is the explanation as to how the fee guide was developed and the reason why this fee guide is very accurate. It covers every aspect of the cost of business per unit of a single tooth. This is how the Dentists’ and all the other health occupations’ fee guides have been formed.

A time and motion study for a fee guide involves analyzing and documenting the time it takes to perform various tasks or procedures outlined in the fee guide. This study is often conducted in professional or service-oriented settings, such as healthcare, legal practices, or consulting services. The goal is to assess the efficiency of processes, identify bottlenecks, and improve overall productivity.

In the context of a fee guide, the time and motion study may include:

1. Procedure Evaluation: Assessing the time taken for each specific task or procedure mentioned in the fee guide. This could involve interactions with clients, paperwork, data entry, or any other activities relevant to the fee structure.

2. Workflow Analysis: Examining the sequence of steps involved in delivering a service or completing a task. This helps identify areas where processes can be streamlined or optimized to save time.

3. Resource Allocation: Determining the allocation of resources (staff, technology, etc.) to each task to understand how efficiently resources are utilized in relation to the fee structure.

4. Identifying Inefficiencies: Pinpointing any inefficiencies or redundancies in the current processes that may contribute to delays or increased costs.

5. Benchmarking: Comparing the time required for specific tasks against industry standards or best practices to assess performance.

6. Data Collection: Gathering data through observations, interviews, or automated tracking systems to accurately measure the time spent on each activity.

By conducting a time and motion study for a fee guide, organizations can make data-driven decisions to enhance their operational efficiency, provide more accurate fee estimates, and ultimately improve the overall service delivery process.