As you age, it becomes even more important to maintain good oral health. Neglecting your teeth and gums can contribute to major medical issues like heart disease and diabetes1. CSEA-Sponsored Retiree Dental Insurance can help cover your dental expenses—so you can continue to lead a happy and healthy life.
Retirees may choose between two dental plans. Choice 1 is underwritten by Cigna Dental, and Choice 2 is underwritten by Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. Spouse and dependent coverage is available with both plans.
Choice 1 is a dental HMO that lets you choose a provider from Cigna's network of over 30,000 dentists and specialists. With this plan, you'll receive routine preventive services (exams, x-rays, and cleanings) at no charge. You'll have no waiting periods, no deductibles, and no annual or lifetime maximums.
| Member | $30.99 |
| Member +1 (spouse or child) | $58.25 |
| Family (Member, Spouse & Children) | $101.64 |
Click here to find a Choice 1 Cigna participating dentist or call 1.800.367.1037, select Automated Menu Option #3 "Find a Dentist" to verify they are accepting new patients in the Cigna HMO plan.
Choice 2 is a more traditional plan that lets you pick either a network or a non-network dentist. With this option, there is no deductible for routine preventive services (exams, x-rays, and cleanings) and you get the freedom to choose any dentist you want2.
| Member | $48.65 |
| Member +1 (Spouse or Child) | $89.61 |
| Family (Member, Spouse & Children) | $116.73 |
Click here to find a participating dentist near you.
Please refer to the brochure to view Plan Details, a List of Covered Services, Exclusions and Limitations.
Choice 1 has a lower monthly rate and no deductibles, but you are limited to the dentists available in Cigna's preferred network. You cannot go out of network.
Choice 2 has a higher monthly rate and a $50 annual deductible per person up to a maximum of $150 per family per calendar year, but you get to choose any dentist you want. You can save money by choosing an in-network dentist2. There is a $2,000 annual maximum per person.
Based on internal analysis by MetLife, savings from enrolling in a dental plan will depend on various factors, including how often participants visit the dentist and the costs for services received.
1 "What conditions may be linked to oral health?" Mayo Clinic. 4 June 2019.
2 Your out-of-network cost may be greater when you visit a dentist who does not participate in the MetLife Network. Savings from enrolling in a dental benefits plan featuring the MetLife Preferred Dentist Program will depend on various factors including the cost of the plan, how often participants visit the dentist and the costs of services rendered.
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