Dental Coverage
Two options are available for students who desire dental coverage:
- Dental Insurance: This is an option for students who would like a higher level of coverage. All students, regardless of whether or not they are enrolled in U-SHIP, may enroll in the optional dental insurance. In 2009-10, the dental insurance will be provided through Delta Dental of Illinois.
The dental coverage includes: the option to switch between a PPO plan and an HMO plan from month to month (the HMO plan has greater cost savings but a smaller provider network); 100% coverage for 2 cleanings per year; 80% coverage for fillings and oral surgery on the PPO plan; annual benefit of up to $2,000 per year on the 12-month PPO plan.
Dental 6 month plan - Annual Rates:
Single: $324.76
Single + Spouse: $645.30
Single + Child(ren): 696.02
Family: $1240.06
Dental 12 month plan - Annual Rates: (the deadline to enroll in the 12 month plan is October 9th)
Single: $314.08
Single + Spouse: $624.20
Single + Child(ren): $634.56
Family: $1147.76
For more information or to enroll visit the University of Chicago Delta Dental webpage.
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Dental Discount Card: For no extra charge, students enrolled in U-SHIP will receive a dental and vision discount card, providing 10-30% discounts on certain services. For more information see the Dental Discount Brochure (pdf).
Students who are enrolled in the U-SHIP plan may search for information about participating providers at the UnitedHealth Allies webpage. The UnitedHealth Allies program can be used to get discounts on Dental providers here in the Hyde Park area or all across the country. You can easily find this information by entering the type of provider you are looking for and the zip code of the area in which you are seeking a provider.
Students who would like more information about and/or reviews of dental providers are encouraged to visit a site such as yelp.com. These user reviews may help you to pick one of the best dentists in your area.
