Dental Insurance FactsHenderson, TX
FACT #1: Dental Insurance is not meant to be a "PAY-ALL", it is only meant to be an aid.
FACT #2: Many plans tell their insured that they will be covered "up to 80%" or "up to 100%". In spite of what you're told; we've found many plans cover 40% to 50% of an average fee. Some plans pay more....some pay less. The amount your plan pays is determined by the contribution you and your employer make to your dental plan. The smaller the contribution paid into the plan for "insurance", the less you'll receive. It is your responsibility to advise us of your insurance coverages and restrictions.
FACT #3: It has been the experience of many dentists that some insurance companies tell their customers that "fees are above the usual and customary fees" rather than saying to them that "our benefits are low". Remember you get back only what you and your employer put into your insurance coverage less the profits of the insurance company. In dealing with over 100 dental insurance plans, most plans do cover our fees.
FACT #4: Each plan utilized in our office has different percentages, deductibles, maximums, procedures covered, and varying fees that the plan will allow. We will do our very best to make as close a calculation as possible of what your insurance plan will cover. However, as we cannot estimate precisely, there may be variances for which the patient is individually responsible.
FACT #5: Some routine dental services are NOT covered by insurance carriers. We make our recommendations based on your needs and not on what your insurance may or may not cover.
Please do not hesitate to ask us any questions about our office policies. We want you to be comfortable in dealing with these matters and we urge you to consult us if you have any questions regarding our services and/or fees. We will fill out and file insurance forms at no charge. We will do all we can to assure you of your maximum benefits.
If you have any questions regarding your insurance, please contact your insurance carrier regarding the specifics and details of the plan they are operating on your behalf.If you have any questions about your insurance plan or payment options, please call our office at (903) 657-3139.
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