Shuttered Minnesota practice issues over $1M in patient refunds
Patients of a closed Minnesota practice are now receiving refunds. Dental professionals should understand state Board enforcement processes.
Woodbury Dental Arts in Woodbury, Minnesota closed in March 2024 after running out of money, leaving patients without notice or access to their treatment records. The practice, led by Marko Kamel, DDS, has now begun sending refund checks to former patients in the first phase of repayment.
Why patients are receiving refunds
The Minnesota Board of Dentistry took action against the practice following its sudden closure. Former patients are entitled to refunds for prepaid services they did not receive before the closure. The initial round of checks represents over $1 million in payments to affected patients.
What happened to the practice
The practice cited financial exhaustion as the reason for closure. Patients were left without advance warning or information about the status of their ongoing treatment plans. The Board of Dentistry's intervention has ensured that at least some financial accountability has been achieved through the refund process.
Frequently asked questions
What happened to Woodbury Dental Arts in Minnesota?
Woodbury Dental Arts closed in March 2024 after running out of money. The practice, led by Marko Kamel, DDS, did not notify patients in advance, leaving them without treatment or access to records.
How much money are patients receiving in refunds?
Over $1 million has been issued in the first round of refund checks sent to former patients of Woodbury Dental Arts.
Who is responsible for sending the refunds?
The Minnesota Board of Dentistry took action against the practice and is overseeing the refund process to affected patients.
What should patients do if they were treated at Woodbury Dental Arts?
Patients should contact the Minnesota Board of Dentistry or the practice receiver to confirm they are on the refund list and receive payment for prepaid services not rendered.
