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Why Delta Dental Doesn’t Use Leased Dental Networks

Jul 10, 2023, 2 Minute Read

A reliable and extensive dentist network is essential for quality dental care and cost-effective access to in-network services. Delta Dental offers a distinct advantage in this regard, boasting the largest proprietary dentist network in the nation. As of September 2021, Delta Dental’s combined Dental Dental PPO™ and Delta Dental Premier® networks feature over 155,000 unique dentists.

Unlike many competitors, Delta Dental directly contracts with its dentists and does not rely on leased networks from other carriers. Delta advocates that direct contracting mitigates these disadvantages of leased networks:

• Access Fees: Carriers that lease networks often pass on access fees to clients, affecting the savings they are entitled to. Delta Dental doesn’t charge these fees.
• Network Size: Carriers relying on leased networks might claim to have a “large” network, but keeping track of active dentists can be challenging. Delta Dental maintains direct contact with its dentists, ensuring accurate and updated directories.
• Network Stability: Network leases can end unexpectedly, which can result in dentists being dropped from a client’s network without warning. This isn’t a concern with Delta Dental’s proprietary networks. 
• Costs and Billing: Leased networks can lead to inconsistent costs and incorrect billing due to multiple fee schedules. In contrast, Delta Dental offers predictable, consistent fees and uniform billing.
• Quality Concerns: Carriers leasing networks might not meet acceptable standards for treatment plans, safety measures, office cleanliness, or proper credentialing since they don’t have direct relationships with dentists.

Delta Dental contracts directly with dentists and see many advantages in cost and quality of care for your clients in this approach. Get the details.

Contact us today for a Delta Dental quote.

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Resources

• Elevate Your Smile flyer.
• Get to Know The Delta Dental PPO and Delta Dental Premier Networks video.
• Delta Dental Small Business Program brochure.
• Delta Dental’s SBP plan comparison.

Questions?
Contact The Answer Team at 800.696.4543 or info@claremontcompanies.com.

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