Allegiant partners with SafeGuard Dental
for its Large Group Dental and Vision Plans
How does the dental plan work? SafeGuard dental plans are designed to be easy to understand
and use. There are no waiting periods, claim forms, maximums or yearly deductibles. Dental care is provided by a general dentist you select from SafeGuard’s wide network of dental care professionals. The plan covers more than 245 procedures along with a co-payment (the amount you pay the dentist for each procedure). Coverage focuses on preventive care but specialty care is also available (without a referral) at a discount. For more information about covered procedures, co-payments and exclusions and limitations please refer to the Schedule of Benefits that Allegiant can provide to you.
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What benefits are there for services that are not listed? Even if a service is not listed on the SafeGuard Schedule of Benefits, it will still be covered by a SafeGuard general dentist or specialist at 75% of the usual fee.
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Who can enroll in SafeGuard plans? You and your dependents that live within the SafeGuard service and are current employees of Allegiant Professional Business Services, area are eligible to enroll in the plans. The following qualify as your dependent -
Your lawful spouse or domestic partner -
Your unmarried children up to the age of 25 -
Your children who are unable to support themselves due to developmental or physical disability and who depend on you for their support |
How do you choose the dentists for your network? SafeGuard contracts with private practice dentists as well as dentists who practice in clinic environments. SafeGuard recruits and monitors its network to ensure it is well balanced in terms of location and language spoken. SafeGuard contracted dentists are held to very high standards of quality. Before a dentist is accepted into SafeGuard’s network, an in-depth review is conducted of the dentist’s In addition, ongoing audits are conducted in the SafeGuard offices and those of its contracted providers to meet state requirements and ensure the care you receive meets the highest standards. |
My dentist isn’t on your list – is it possible to add them? SafeGuard welcomes the nominations of dentists by plan members and makes every effort to accommodate your requests. Nominations can be called in to our Customer Service representatives or you can submit them by regular mail or e-mail. We will contact your dentist promptly with an invitation to join our network. We cannot guarantee that your dentist will agree to participate or qualify for the network, but we do guarantee to invite them to apply to participate.
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When does my plan become effective? The date your dental & vision coverage becomes effective is based on when SafeGuard receives your application and payment -
Premiums are Paid per Pay Period
If your application and payment are received by the 25th of the month, you will be able to use your benefits on the first day of the following month (e.g., received by March 25, your benefits will be effective April 1; after March 25, your benefits will be effective May 1).
Paid on each client's Pay Cycle;
Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Semi-Monthly.
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Administed by Allegiant
Allegiant will maintain all current information regarding the employee and the status of the Dental Plan. Allegiant will ensure that each employee enrolled in plan will have all the necessary means to use their plan when needed. This includes; per payroll deductions, current adds/deletes, finding a dentist, and, answering coverage questions. |
Will I receive an ID card? Yes. However, you do not need an ID card to access your benefits. Once you are enrolled, your dentist will receive a list in his or her office showing that you are enrolled. They can also contact SafeGuard to confirm your eligibility. We will send you a permanent ID card within 10 working days of processing your application. |
Is there a waiting period before I can see a dentist? There is no waiting period -- once you enroll, you will receive a communication from SafeGuard that gives you the “effective date” of your benefits. As soon as you receive notice of your effective date, you may call a SafeGuard dentist to make an appointment any time after the effective date. |
Does everyone in my family have to receive care from the same dentist? You and each of your enrolled dependents may choose different SafeGuard contracted general dentists. When you enroll, make sure you select two general dentists from the list for each enrolling family member. That way, if your first selected dentist is unable to accept new patients, SafeGuard will process your second selection to ensure there is no extra wait to make an appointment. |
What if I need to see a dental specialist? Both plans cover specialty dental care. You may contact a SafeGuard network specialty care provider directly – there is no need for a referral from SafeGuard. When you use a SafeGuard network specialty care provider, your out-of-pocket costs will be 75% of the dentist’s usual fee. For example, if the oral surgeon usually charges $100 to pull a tooth, your cost as a SafeGuard member would be only $75. SafeGuard specialists include endodontists, periodontists, oral surgeons, orthodontists and pedodontists. |
What if I have a dental emergency and my selected general dentist is unavailable? If you experience a true dental emergency and your SafeGuard general dentist is unavailable, contact SafeGuard to be put in touch with another dentist right away. If you are away from home or the emergency occurs on the weekend, call the SafeGuard Customer Service number 800.880.1800 or read the instructions on the SafeGuard website to receive information on how to access care. www.safeguard.net
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What if I have questions about the treatment plan my dentist recommends? You may always contact SafeGuard to request a second opinion. If you have any questions, SafeGuard Customer Service Representatives are available weekdays, during business hours (listed below) at 800.880.1800. We also provide helpful information about the care of your teeth, some dental conditions and treatments like crowns and gum disease, along with special subjects directed at children can be found on the safeguard website. |
What if I have more questions? SafeGuard representatives are available to answer your questions at 800.936.0324
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Eastern Time: 8-8 Mon - Fri -
Central Time: 7-7 Mon - Fri -
Pacific Time: 5-5 Mon - Fri |
