Lower rates for dental insurance

As part of negotiations with Delta Dental, lower premium rates and other enhancements will be available during the special enrollment period, March 27 to April 3, in which employees can make changes to their dental coverage. Late elections will not be accepted.

Download and complete the election form. Then, email it to your DPR. Plan changes and rate changes will take effect on April 3 and be reflected on your April 21 paycheck.

Enhancements to the plan include:

• Increased annual maximum only for the enhanced DPPO plan to $2,250
• One additional regular cleaning is covered for a total of three regular cleanings per calendar year
• Added coverage for cone beam x-rays under basic services
• Added coverage for cancer screenings under D&P
• Added coverage for bone replacement grafts under major services
• Added coverage for inhalation of nitrous oxide under basic services
• Increased implant coinsurance to 60 percent (from 50 percent) if the member visits a DPPO provider

If you want to keep your existing coverage, you don't need to submit an election form.