{"id":996,"date":"2018-03-29T20:08:02","date_gmt":"2018-03-29T20:08:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.amberlydental.com\/?p=996"},"modified":"2018-03-29T20:08:02","modified_gmt":"2018-03-29T20:08:02","slug":"dentist-amberley","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.amberlydental.com\/blog\/2018\/03\/29\/dentist-amberley\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Dentist in Amberley Accepts Insurance"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-997\" src=\"https:\/\/www.amberlydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_83899470-300x199.jpeg\" alt=\"woman smiling at the dentist\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" \/>As your dentist in Amberley, Dr. Vacek knows how important dental insurance is for helping you and your loved ones fit important dental services into the budget. Whether it\u2019s a six-month checkup and cleaning, a filling, or any other preventive or restorative service, dental insurance provides great help &#8212; as long as you visit a dentist who accepts your plan. That\u2019s why we work with patients to make sure you get the most out of your investment in dental insurance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our Guide to Dental Insurance<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We also know it\u2019s not always easy to keep track of what\u2019s what with dental insurance, especially considering that policies and procedures can vary from one dental practice to the next. We are in-network with Delta Dental and Blue Cross Blue Shield, but we will file and follow-up on all PPO insurance claims to ensure you get the full reimbursement you are owed. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In-Network vs. Out-of-Network<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike with your medical insurance, you are not penalized for visiting an out-of-network provider. Most dental insurance plans are PPO (preferred provider organizations), which offer greater flexibility in choosing who you visit. When you visit our office with Dental Dental or Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance, no money exchanges hands for a service that is completely covered. Patients who have another insurance plan can still receive full coverage simply paying upfront and receiving a reimbursement later on. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Dental Insurance Covers<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most dental insurance plans work like this:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preventive services are 100% covered, including checkups and cleanings, an annual set of X-rays, fluoride treatments, and often dental sealants for children.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basic restorative services are 80% covered, including tooth-colored fillings, simple extractions, gum disease treatment, and others. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More complex restorative services are 50% covered, including crowns and bridges, root canal, and other surgical treatments. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We will perform a verification of benefits to confirm just what you are eligible for with your plan.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Important Vocabulary<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some important words to know when dealing with dental insurance include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Premium: The amount of money you or your employer pay monthly in exchange for dental services. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deductible: The amount you must reach before your dental insurance coverage will kick in. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Annual maximum: How much your dental insurance will pay for care on an annual basis. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Out-of-pocket expense: The portion that is not covered by dental insurance. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Least expensive treatment option (LEAT): A feature of some insurance policies that limits coverage to the most basic effective treatment available. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making the Most Out of Dental Insurance<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best way to take full advantage of your dental insurance is by visiting a dental office that will work hand-in-hand to help you stretch your benefits every year. When you trust Amberley Dental with your smile, you can feel confident knowing you have true dental insurance experts on your side! <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About Amberley Dental<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Timothy Vacek and the team at Amberley Dental offer comprehensive dental care for the entire family. From basic checkups and cleanings to complex restorative treatments, they do it all. You are invited to contact the office to learn more or to schedule an appointment by <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amberlydental.com\/contact.html\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">calling <\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(402) 786-2007<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As your dentist in Amberley, Dr. Vacek knows how important dental insurance is for helping you and your loved ones fit important dental services into the budget. 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