
Population: New or Prospective Non-Represented
Dental Comparison ToolBenefits 2000
Not sure which dental program is right for you and your family? Use this tool to compare the dental options available to you.
The information which follows constitutes a summary of the provisions of the respective employee benefit programs of PSEG and its Affiliates. For a complete description of the provisions, rights, and benefits of each respective employee benefits program, please refer to its respective program document which is available by calling 1-800-571-0400 and following the voice recognition prompts to speak with a Benefits Express representative. (Representatives are available Monday through Friday during normal working hours.) Every effort has been made to ensure that the summary information contained on this website is accurate and reflects the provisions of the employee benefit programs of PSEG and its Affiliates. However, should there be any discrepancy between this website and the respective program documents, the employee benefit program documents will govern with respect to all benefit program provisions.
| Provisions | Dental Freedom of Choice (FOC) | Basic
Dental and Basic Dental Connecticut |
Dental Maintenance Organization (DMO) | Dental/Vision | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-Network (DMO) |
Out-of Network (PPO) |
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| Annual Deductible | $0 |
$100 individual/$200 family |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Choice
of Dentists |
You must choose a dentist in the DMO Managed Dental Network |
You choose your own dentist. If you choose a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) dentist, your expenses will be lower |
You choose your own dentist. If you choose a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) dentist or Delta Dental dentist in Connecticut, your expenses will be lower |
You must choose a dentist within the DMO Managed Dental Network |
You choose your own dentist. If you choose a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) dentist, your expenses will be lower |
| Diagnostic
and Preventive Coverage (includes oral exams, teeth cleaning, fluoride treatments, X-rays, space maintainers for children, and sealants) |
100% Please note: One flouride treatment allowed per calendar year to age 18 |
Please note: No frequency limitations on flouride treatments allowed per calendar year to age 18 |
100% Please note: No frequency limitation on flouride treatments allowed per calendar year to age 19 |
100% Please note: One flouride treatment allowed per calendar year to age 18 |
First $250 of covered expenses paid at 100%; next $1,500 of covered expenses paid at 80% |
| Maximum Reimbursements | No maximum benefit |
$750 per participant annual maximum |
Up to $1,700 per member per year (not including orthodontia) |
No maximum benefit |
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| Oral
Surgery, Periodontics, and Endodontics Coverage (dental implants, extractions, pre-and post-operative care, general anesthesia in conjunction with surgery, exam, diagnosis, and treatment of gum disease, periodontics, root canal therapy, endodontics, emergency care, for dental pain) |
|
50% |
50% |
|
Combined with above |
| Orthodontic
Coverage (preliminary study, including x-rays, diagnostic casts, and a treatment plan, appliancesfixed and removableactive treatment each month) |
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| Prosthodontic
Coverage (bridges, full or partial dentures, and adjustment or repair of existing appliances) |
60% |
50% |
|
60% |
Combined with above |
| Restorative
Coverage (fillingssilver, synthetic porcelain, plastic, and other restorationscrowns and major repair of crowns, inlays, and onlays) |
60%-80% |
50% |
|
60% for selected major restorative services |
Combined with above |
| Special notes |
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Removal of tissue-impacted teeth is generally covered under the Dental Benefits Program. Surgical removal of bony-impacted teeth is generally covered under your Medical Benefits Program and may be covered under certain dental options. (PCP referral is needed for POS and HMO options.) Consult your carrier for additional information |
Removal of tissue-impacted teeth is covered under the Dental Benefits Program. Surgical removal of bony-impacted teeth is generally covered under your Medical Benefits Program and may be covered under certain dental options. (PCP referral is needed for POS and HMO options.) Consult your carrier for additional information |
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This summary is based on information in the legal plan documents that govern the separate programs. If there is a difference between the legal documents and this summary, decisions about participation, benefits payable, and the administration of the programs will always be made according to the provisions in the legal documents. For a full description of all the provisions of the options available to you, including covered and excluded services, refer to the summary plan descriptions in the Documents & Publications section or the carrier.




