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Last updated date: 10/28/2024

Healthy teeth and gums are important to your overall wellness. With dental insurance through Delta Dental, you have coverage for preventive care and dental treatment.

Overview

CHOC offers a choice of dental plans with different benefit levels and costs, so you can choose the one that works best for you.

  • The DeltaCare HMO offers the convenience of scheduled copays for specific procedures and eliminates deductibles or annual plan maximums. However, coverage is provided only for services received in the DeltaCare network
  • The Delta Dental PPO​​ offers access to a national network of dentists. You may see any provider you choose, but you will save money if you receive services from a dentist in the Delta Dental PPO network
  • If you enroll in the Delta Dental PPO​​, you will also have access to the Delta Dental Premier network. If you see a provider outside the Delta Dental PPO network but in the Premier network, you may pay a little more, but you will not be billed for costs exceeding the Delta Dental contracted fees

You can enroll in dental coverage as a new hire, newly eligible for coverage, during Open Enrollment, or if you have a qualifying life event.

Key features

Our dental coverage provides:

Free in-network preventive and diagnostic care

to help keep your teeth healthy.

Affordable coverage

that helps you manage the cost of dental treatment.

Wide network of providers

that have agreed to negotiated rates, which helps you save money.

Plan Comparison

Coverage details

DeltaCare HMO Delta Dental PPO​​
Copay Amounts In-Network Out-of-Network
Annual Deductible None $50/$150
Annual Maximum Benefit Unlimited $1,500/person
Preventive Care Copay Amounts In-Network Out-of-Network
Exams No Charge 100% 100%
Cleaning No Charge 100% 100%
Full Mouth X-rays No Charge 100% 100%
Basic Care Copay Amounts In-Network Out-of-Network
Amalgam Fillings No Charge 80% 80%
Endodontics
Anterior Root Canal $45 80% 80%
Bicuspid Root Canal $90 80% 80%
Molar Root Canal $205 80% 80%
Periodontics
Gingivectomy per Quadrant $50-$80 80% 80%
Oral Surgery
Simple Extraction $15 80% 80%
Impaction $25-$90 80% 80%
Major Care Copay Amounts In-Network Out-of-Network
Crowns (Porcelain/Ceramic) $95-$195 50% 50%
Crowns (Metal) $95-$195 50% 50%
Bridges $55-$195 50% 50%
Dentures $100-$170 50% 50%
Orthodontics Copay Amounts In-Network Out-of-Network
Child $1,700 50%
Adult $1,900 Not Covered
Lifetime Maximum N/A $1,500

How much does dental coverage cost?

You pay for dental coverage through pre-tax premiums from your paycheck. The amount you pay will depend on which plan you choose and whether you cover just yourself or family members, too. You can view your plan costs on the Workday website.

Find a network dentist

Under the Delta Dental PPO, you can see any dentist you want, but you’ll generally pay less by staying in network. Selecting a dentist in the Delta Dental network will ensure you receive your plan’s highest benefits. Visit the Delta Dental website to find an in-network dentist near you.

Request a pretreatment estimate

Request an estimate for procedures and services your dentist believes will exceed $300 (procedures such as crowns, inlays, bridges, and periodontics). For more information, call Delta Dental at 888-335-8227 if enrolled in the PPO plan, or 800-422-4234 if enrolled in the HMO plan, or visit the Delta Dental website.

Save money on dental costs

Use your Health Savings Account (HSA), Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Account (FSA), or Health Care FSA to pay for eligible dental expenses with tax-free dollars.

Access your dental plan online

Visit the Delta Dental website to find a dentist, review claims, check coverage details, and more.

HMO Plan

The DeltaCare HMO offers the convenience of scheduled copays for specific procedures and eliminates deductibles or annual plan maximums. However, coverage is provided only for services received in the DeltaCare network.

PPO Plan

The Delta Dental PPO​​ offers access to a national network of dentists. You may see any provider you choose, but you will save money if you receive services from a dentist in the Delta Dental PPO​​ network.

If you enroll in the Delta Dental PPO​​ plan, you will also have access to the Delta Dental Premier network. If you see a provider outside the Delta Dental PPO network but in the Premier network, you may pay a little more, but you will not be billed for any costs exceeding Delta Dental contracted fees. Learn more about the difference between the Delta Dental PPO network and Delta Dental Premier network here.

Get to know the Delta Dental PPO and Delta Dental Premier networks

Click here to learn how and why to choose a Delta Dental PPO or Delta Dental Premier dentist.

Find a Dentist

To find an in-network provider, visit Delta Dental. Enter your address, city, or ZIP code, and select your plan’s network. Be sure to select the correct network from the drop-down list so you can find the right provider:

  • If you enroll in the DeltaCare HMO plan, select the DeltaCare network. Coverage is provided only if you see an in-network provider
  • If you enroll in the Delta Dental PPO​​, you can select the Delta Dental PPO​​ network, which provides access to a national network of dentists. You may choose to see an out-of-network provider, but you will save money if you see a provider in the Delta Dental PPO​​ network
  • With the Delta Dental PPO​​, you also have access to Delta Dental Premier providers. You will pay a little more to see a dentist in this network, but you will not be billed for any costs exceeding Delta Dental contracted fees

Tools & Resources

Your dental plan offers additional features to help you get the most from your coverage.

Online tools

Log in to your dental plan website to:

  • Find a dentist
  • Download your ID card
  • Estimate your costs
  • And much more

Get started by setting up an online account for your plan — Delta Dental.

Get to know the Delta Dental PPO and Delta Dental Premier networks

Click here to learn how and why to choose a Delta Dental PPO or Delta Dental Premier dentist.

Get checkups remotely with Toothpic!

Brought to you by Delta Dental, Toothpic is available to associates who enroll in the Delta Dental PPO​​. Use your smartphone to take pictures of your dental concerns and receive a personalized dental report in under 24 hours.