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Your dental plan through The Standard allows you and
your family members to see any dentist you choose,
regardless if they are in or out-of-network. Family
You now have two dental plan options. We have added a
for your needs. Both plans allow you to see any dentist
you choose.
current plan. The Low Plan option is designed to have a
the Low Plan are:
• $1,000 annual maximum (this maximum is not
reduced by Preventive procedures)
• $25 deductible (waived for Preventive procedures)
High Plan)
which sits on the implant – may be covered).
Your dentist will still conduct a visual screening as part of
your normal exam.
The Standard utilizes the Ameritas Dental Network.
Dentists in the Ameritas Dental Network have agreed to
charge you 25-50% less than their regular rates. Many
of them also offer discounted fees on non-covered dental
services as allowed by state law.
visit: http://www.standard.com and click on “Find a
Dentist.”
for reimbursement. Go to: www.standard.com/dental and
also submit the dentist’s ‘Universal Claim Form’ to the
address on your ID card.
Yes. Premiums and NCRGEA dues must be deducted from
your NC retirement check.
share of the cost up front. For services over $200 we
with The Standard. You will receive a written response
showing what The Standard estimates your dental plan
will pay, and the amount you will be responsible for
paying.
Members who are currently enrolled in the NCRGEA
sponsored Dental plan and enroll as of January 1, 2020,
because dental work is in progress.
Your dentist will be asked to submit information to The
Standard, such as X-rays, prior extraction or surgery dates
and supporting documents so we can process your claim.
If you select the new Low Plan, the procedure must be a
progress would not be covered if you select the Low Plan
Periodontal Maintenance may be continued, however your
dentist must submit the date of prior Periodontal Surgery
and supporting documents.
Once your coverage is active, you will have access to your
www.standard.com/dental. Click on “Log in
At this site, you can: check the status of your claim, see
ID card and nominate a dental provider to the Ameritas
network.
until 5 PM ET. If your dues have been paid for the current
year, no deduction will be made for dues until the month
prior to your renewal date.
Prior to January 1, 2020 you may call the Mark III
After January 1, 2020, you may call The Standard Dental
/www.standard.com
/dental