Your dental plan will cover most of your dental services, but we may cover some dental services for you. The following table will help you to decide which plan pays for a service.
When We Pay for Your Dental Services
Type of dental service(s): | Dental plan covers: | Medical plan covers: |
|---|---|---|
Dental Services (see list of services above) | Covered when you see your dentist or dental hygienist | Covered when you see your doctor or nurse (e.g., for oral surgery, such as a tooth extraction) |
Scheduled dental services in a hospital or surgery center | Covered for dental services by your dentist | Covered for doctors, nurses, hospitals, and surgery centers |
Hospital visit for a dental problem | Not covered | Covered |
Prescription drugs for a dental visit or problem | Not covered | Covered |
Transportation to your dental service or appointment | Not covered | Covered |
1 Agency for Health Care Administration. Florida Medicaid Dental: Dental Care for Your Health