Group dental insurance 101
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Group Dental Insurance 101
Overview
Group dental insurance offers similar benefits to individual plans but with a significant advantage: reduced premiums. Being part of a group allows you to enjoy the same coverage at a lower cost.
Why Insurers Prefer Groups
Insurance providers favor group policies because they spread out risk and ensure more business with additional members. Employers and unions often offer these plans to attract and retain quality employees, lightening their financial burden by subsidizing part of the dental expenses.
How Group Plans Work
As part of a group, your dental insurance results from a contract between your employer (or union) and an insurance company. For any concerns about your coverage, you should contact your employer or plan sponsor.
Maximizing Your Benefits
To make the most of your dental plan, familiarize yourself with its structure and limitations. A good group plan typically covers 60 to 80 percent of each treatment.
Common Features of Group Dental Insurance Plans
Direct Reimbursement Program
Patients can choose any dentist they prefer. After receiving treatment, they are reimbursed for a portion of their dental expenses, regardless of the procedure type.
UCR (Usual, Customary, and Reasonable) Program
This flexible plan allows patients to select their preferred dentist. The "reasonable" fee limit is decided by the plan purchaser and the insurer.
Table or Schedule of Allowance Programs
Each covered service is assigned a specific fee in this plan. The plan covers this amount, but patients may need to pay the difference for the full treatment cost.
Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) Program
Dentists in the network offer discounted rates to draw in patients. However, these discounts are unavailable if you choose a dentist outside the network.
Capitation Program
A dentist contracts with the plan sponsor to provide a certain number of treatments. In return, they receive a set fee per patient or subscriber.
By understanding these features, you can better navigate your group dental insurance plan and make informed decisions about your dental care.
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