TakeAlong Dental | MetLife

TakeAlong Dental | MetLife
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MetLife TakeAlong Dental

Dental coverage for every stage of life.
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Here's what you need to know

With our lifelong, portable dental program, you can continue enjoying nationwide network access and the great dental benefits you know and trust. TakeAlong Dental is there for you through every life stage—and that’s something to smile about!

 

  • Keep your dentist, your current network access and dental benefits.
  • Easily switch from group dental to our portable plan. Flexible enrollment options and a suite of resources can guide you through the process.
  • Choose from a variety of dental options, including PPO, DHMO and Discount Plans. No matter what you select, your coverage is built to last (unlike with short-term options like COBRA).1
  • Conveniently make payments online with a credit card.

Regular preventive care may help you prevent painful and costly dental problems, but keeping your teeth healthy without coverage can be expensive. That’s where MetLife TakeAlong Dental can help! Choose an individual dental policy or a non-insurance discount dental program and you’ll enjoy great benefits and competitive pricing now and in the future. Our lifelong dental solution can help lower your costs and suit your lifestyle.

 

Two great programs to choose from:

 

PPO or DHMO/Managed Care program options

This could be the last dental program you ever need to enroll in! Our coverage provides for you and your family, now and through all your stages of life. Whatever program or level of coverage you choose, you’ll enjoy competitive prices and robust benefits with thousands of participating locations.

 

MetLife Discount Dental2

The MetLife Discount Dental Program is not insurance but is designed to save you money on all your dental needs! Receive savings on everything from orthodontics and specialist visits to cosmetic dentistry. Your purchase also includes the MetLife VisionAccess Discount program at no additional cost.

You can enroll anytime!

How It Works

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Enroll in MetLife TakeAlong DentalSM

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Visit a dentist

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The dentist will submit the claim for processing

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Enjoy your savings

You have an unexpected dental issue and need treatment

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Frequently Asked Questions

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  • Who is the provider?
    MetLife

    With MetLife, you can count on the strength, support and stability of a company committed to meeting your needs today, and as they evolve over time.
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  • Who in my family is eligible for this program?

    You and your dependents are eligible to enroll for coverage.

     

    If you decide after the policy takes effect to enroll additional dependents for coverage, you will need to provide MetLife with advanced written notice and any required premium to add the dependent(s). After we receive your written notice to add dependents, your premium rates will be adjusted as of the date coverage takes effect for the newly added dependent(s). The effective date of coverage for newly added dependent(s) will depend on when we receive a notice and the required premium.

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  • How much does this coverage cost?
    The monthly rate is calculated based on your residential ZIP Code.
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  • What if my employment status changes?

    Good news! If you leave or retire from your current employer, you can continue your coverage without interruption.
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  • When would my coverage start?

    If you enroll by the 20th of the month, your coverage will be effective the 1st of the following month (i.e. enrolls on 9/14, effective 10/1).

     

    If you enroll from the 21st to end of month, your coverage will be effective the first of the next month (i.e. enrolls 9/21, effective 11/1).

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  • Why is having dental insurance important?
    A good dental program makes it easier for you to protect your smile and save.3 With MetLife TakeAlong Dental, you get coverage for cleanings, exams, x-rays and more. Keeping up with your dental cleanings and other preventive care now can help you avoid costly dental problems and treatments in the future.
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  • What dental benefits are available through MetLife TakeAlong Dental?

    MetLife offers three Dental programs that you can choose from:

     

    The Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) program is an individual dental insurance policy offered nationwide. The Dental HMO/Managed Care program is available to residents of California, Florida, New York and Texas. The MetLife Discount Dental program is not insurance, but provides you with discounted prices on a wide range of dental care services and products.

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  • How would I pay for coverage?
    The choice is yours. Your monthly premiums can be paid by credit card or bank draft. At time of enrollment, you will choose how you want to pay. Other payment frequencies are also available.

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  • Legal Disclaimers

    1MetLife TakeAlong Dental is not COBRA coverage and does not affect any employer obligation to provide COBRA coverage.

     

    2The MetLife Discount Dental Program IS NOT INSURANCE and is not intended to replace health insurance. This plan does not meet the minimum creditable coverage requirements under M.G.L. c.111M and 956 CMR 5.00. This plan is not a Qualified Health Plan under the Affordable Care Act. The range of discounts will vary depending on the type of provider and service. The plan does not pay providers directly. Plan members must pay for all services but will receive a discount from participating providers. The list of participating providers is available on this site. A written list of participating providers is available upon request. You may cancel within the first 30 days after effective date or receipt of membership materials (whichever is later) and receive a full refund. Discount Plan Organization and administrator: Careington International Corporation, 7400 Gaylord Parkway, Frisco, TX 75034; phone (800) 441-0380. This program is not available in Washington, Utah and Vermont.

     

    3Savings from enrolling in a dental benefits plan will depend on various factors, including the cost of the plan, how often participants visit a dentist, and the cost of services rendered.

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