It is a Medicaid plan and my dentist said PA is stopping dental assistance in June. I'm going to call them and ask.Is it a Medicaid plan or a Medicare Advantage plan? It's quite unlikely that you lost coverage mid-term. It's more likely the dentist is no longer in network.
Rick
It is a Medicaid plan and my dentist said PA is stopping dental assistance in June. I'm going to call them and ask.
I'm not 65 yet and don't think I'm eligible for Medicare. Thank you for your advice. I can only change plans near the end of the year and if it is true that PA won't have dental anymore I'll call the other providers and ask if they will still have dental coverage. I have time to investigate this matter with all of them. We only have about 5 providers to choose from. Thanks again.I can’t specifically speak to PA but in 2010 CA dropped dental for adults with Medicaid. However Medicare Advantage plans that were specific for dual eligibles picked up the slack.
Not knowing the details in your state you might want to check that out and if necessary change your plan.
If you don’t know an agent I can check this for you and at least point you in a good direction.
Rick
Thank you for all that information. Good to know.Advice from someone who has very nice teeth, has had a lot of work done, and is very conscientious about dental matters:
Forget about dental insurance. find a college/university that has a dental school and have the work done there. (or, if you do get dental insurance the colleges do honor it.)
- they are VERY thorough
- they do beautiful work that is double checked
- best of all the price is 1/2 (or less) what a private dentist charges
I'm fortunate to still have all my own natural teeth, lots of fillings & crowns, but no bridges/partials.
You will still have to pay upfront, and the appointments are time-consuming, but (imo) it is well worth it. Even if you have to travel a bit, I'd look into it and make some calls.
Advice from someone who has very nice teeth, has had a lot of work done, and is very conscientious about dental matters:
Forget about dental insurance. find a college/university that has a dental school and have the work done there. (or, if you do get dental insurance the colleges do honor it.)
- they are VERY thorough
- they do beautiful work that is double checked
- best of all the price is 1/2 (or less) what a private dentist charges
I'm fortunate to still have all my own natural teeth, lots of fillings & crowns, but no bridges/partials.
You will still have to pay upfront, and the appointments are time-consuming, but (imo) it is well worth it. Even if you have to travel a bit, I'd look into it and make some calls.