Frequently Asked Questions
Dental

Q. When can I enroll in the dental plan as an active employee?

A. You and your dependents may enroll in the dental plan when you first become eligible for health care benefits through your Public Entity; or you may elect to enroll during Open Enrollment.

Q. When can I enroll in the dental plan as a retiree?

A. You may enroll a new spouse or dependents within 31 days of marriage, birth or adoption but you cannot add existing dependents.

Q. May I choose any dentist?

A. YES. You may select any dentist you wish. However, your out-of-pocket costs will likely be less when using a Delta Dental provider. It is your obligation to make full payment to the dentist and file your own claim. Delta Dental makes payment directly to you based on the dentist’s fee charged or the prevailing fee, whichever is less.

Q. I am currently having a tooth treated, will it be covered?

A. Dental work that is currently in progress is not covered.

Q. If I enroll in Delta Dental, can I cancel my coverage at any time?

A. You may cancel dental coverage during Open Enrollment for the change to be effective January of the following year. To cancel coverage at another time during the year, you must also cancel medical coverage, terminate employment or retire.