Additional benefits and programs
Based on your patients’ plans with us, they may qualify for additional benefits and programs:
Oral Health, Total Health
Members with diabetes and members who are pregnant in their third trimester can get extra dental care through Oral Health, Total Health. As you probably know, diabetes increases the risk of cavities, gum disease, tooth loss, dry mouth and infection. And, pregnant women who have periodontal disease are more likely to have premature and underweight babies.
Pregnant women and patients with diabetes can enroll in the Oral Health, Total Health program by calling Delta Dental Customer Service at 888-217-2365 or by filling out the enrollment form included with the following Oral Health, Total Health flyer.
Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
The World Health Organization reports that 10% of the world’s population has a disability. Yet, two-thirds of these individuals can’t easily get the dental care they need — despite having higher risks of oral health issues. We’re working to change that by providing enhanced benefits for patients with special healthcare needs.
Starting Jan. 1, 2024, Delta Dental of Oregon and Alaska offers qualifying members with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities (IDD) extra dental benefits that make it easier to get the care they need and have a positive experience at the dentist.
Any fully insured adult or child member can access these extra benefits throughout the plan year. Other groups may offer this program as part of their benefit package. Please check Benefit Tracker for eligibility. This program is part of our commitment to improve the patient experience and make dental care more accessible to patients with IDD.
Click here to access a full list of the enhanced benefits and how to enroll a member in this program.
Passport Dental
If your patient has the Passport Dental benefit, no matter where in the world they travel, they can get quality dental services. They'll have access to a network of qualified dental providers for ongoing care or emergencies.
Within the U.S.
To find a dental provider while traveling within the U.S., members may call AXA Assistance toll-free at 888-558-2705 and identify themselves as Delta Dental members. An English-speaking operator will refer them to a dental professional. Operators are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Outside the U.S
To find a dental provider while members are traveling outside the U.S., they may call AXA Assistance collect at 312-356-5971 and identify themselves as Delta Dental members. An English-speaking operator will refer them to a dental professional. Operators are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Please keep in mind that dentists referred by AXA Assistance are not considered participating dentists, therefore nonparticipating coverage limits apply.
Immediate dentures
Your patients may be eligible for immediate dentures. Download the brochure for more details and what to do after surgery.