Dental Plan

Retiree dental coverage is provided under a self-funded plan by the Authority and is administered by Delta Dental. The plan allows you the flexibility to choose your own dentist. The Authority’s coverage through Delta Dental’s PPO-Plus Premier plan offers three (3) levels of providers:

• Out-of-Network Providers: These providers do not participate with Delta. You will receive the same level of coverage (i.e., 100% reimbursement for Preventive Services, 80% for Basic Services, etc.) and their services are not discounted; these dentists may bill you for the balance.
• Premier Providers: These providers have agreed to a nominal discount to their services, AND they have agreed not to bill participants for the balance. It is better to go to a Premier Provider than an Out-of-Network provider to get more out of your dental benefits.
• Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) Providers: These providers have agreed to a steeper discount to acquire more patients, and they will also not bill patients for the balance. It is best to go to a PPO Provider to get the most out of your dental benefits.