Aetna Dental Access

March 7, 2007 on 12:06 pm | In Nationwide Dental Benefits, Available Dental Plans |
Annual Program Fee
Individual: $99.95 per year 1
Family2: $149.95 per year 1
 
Plus, get 3 additional months added to your program for FREE!

1 No additional sign-up fee.  Join today

2 Family members include card holder and legal dependents.
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Program Features and Highlights
THIS IS NOT INSURANCE
Over 66,000** dental practice locations nationwide
Save 15 to 50 percent* on everything from general dentistry and cleanings to root canals, crowns and orthodontia.
Save on routine dental services such as x-rays and fillings.
Save on specialty care such as orthodontics and periodontics where available.
All dentists are credentialed and participate in a quality management program.
No health restrictions
Easy to use
Present your card and save
No paperwork, you pay the discounted amount at the time of your visit
Use the card as many times as needed
No predetermination of benefits required
No referral required to see a Specialist

*Anticipated national average dental charges for the 2006 calendar year based on the comparison of provider negotiated fees to national average charges. Actual costs and savings vary by provider and geographical area.

**According to the Aetna Enterprise Provider Database as of March 1, 2006.

 
How this Program Can Save You Money
Aetna Dental Access® is a discount or reduced-fee dental program. This program is designed for health conscious consumers looking to maintain their oral health and minimize their dental care expenses. 

General dentists who participate in Aetna Dental Access® have agreed to accept the Aetna Dental Access® contracted rate as payment in full for services performed. A sample table of Aetna Dental Access® discounted fees can be found below.
 
Sample Discounted Fees and Savings
Procedure Description Usual Fee 1 Discounted Fee (for Plan Members) 2 Member Savings
Routine 6 Month Check-Up $40 $24 $16
In Depth Check-Up $67 $37 $30
Full Mouth X-Rays $104 $65 $39
Four Bitewing X-Rays $49 $25 $24
Panoramic Film $87 $50 $37
Adult Teeth Cleaning $75 $44 $31
Child Teeth Cleaning $53 $32 $21
Protective Sealant / Tooth $43 $26 $17
1 Surface White Filling for U or L Front Tooth $121 $71 $50
Single Crown - Porcelain on High Noble Metal $867 $566 $301
Single Crown - Porcelain on Noble Metal $838 $549 $289
Root Canal Treatment - Molar $829 $522 $307
Perio Scaling and Root Planing (Per Quadrant) $208 $123 $85
Full Upper Denture $1,252 $725 $527
 
The sample table above is a small selection of common procedures discounted by Aetna Dental Access®.  The procedures discounted under Aetna Dental Access® offer similar savings to the sample above.This fee schedule is only to be used as a guide to determine approximate prices for dental services in the applicable area. The discounted fee schedule amount reflects the average fee information currently available on our systems. Individual dentist fee schedules may differ. Aetna makes no guarantee as to the accuracy of any particular fee amount.

1 Source: DentalPlans.com (DP.C) 2005 Survey of Sample Average National Dental Fees.  Fees may vary slightly by region. 

2 Discounted fees are listed for visits to a participating general dentist. Members will be charged the provider’s Aetna Dental Access® contracted fees. Charges may vary from the sample fee schedule above. Consult with your provider prior to beginning any treatment. Lab fees may be additional.

This plan is based geographically by ZIP code in terms of provider participation and location. Fee schedules and savings may vary by ZIP code and by Provider within a ZIP code.
 
 
Specialist Savings and Discounts
Aetna Dental Access® members who visit a participating specialist receive discounts according to the fee schedule. Specialists include: 

  • Orthodontists - braces
  • Periodontists - gums
  • Oral Surgeons - wisdom tooth or major extractions
  • Prosthodontists - bridges and dentures
  • Pediatric Dentists - child treatment
  • Endodontist - extensive root canals
 
What You Get When You Enroll
When you join Aetna Dental Access® with DentalPlans.com, your participation package is provided instantly online in the DentalPlans.com Member’s Area, which includes:  

  • Your welcome letter and ID cards
  • Instructions and tips for maximizing your savings
  • Support and contact documentation
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