{"id":49,"date":"2018-11-14T12:58:00","date_gmt":"2018-11-14T12:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.whartondental.com\/blog\/?p=49"},"modified":"2018-12-10T19:09:50","modified_gmt":"2018-12-10T19:09:50","slug":"dentist-wharton-tx-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.whartondental.com\/blog\/2018\/11\/14\/dentist-wharton-tx-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Schedule With a Dentist in Wharton, TX Before Losing Your 2018 Benefits!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-50\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whartondental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/image-2018-12-10-1-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"A dental insurance claim\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whartondental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/image-2018-12-10-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.whartondental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/image-2018-12-10-1.jpg 397w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>If you\u2019re like most people, you probably feel squeezed for time in the last few months of the year. Between tying up loose ends from 2018 and preparing for the holidays, it can seem like your to-do list is never-ending! But, despite being busy, it\u2019s still a good idea to schedule with a dentist in Wharton, TX as soon as possible so you don\u2019t miss out on your insurance benefits. Since they\u2019re lost if you don\u2019t use them in time, you can easily miss out on a significant amount of money that could be used to help you achieve a healthy smile. Find out below what insurance usually covers and get tips on how to take advantage of your insurance benefits \u2013 before they\u2019re gone!<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>What Procedures Are Covered By Insurance?<\/h2>\n<p>Every insurance plan is slightly different, so be sure to check your benefits. With that said, here\u2019s how several procedures are typically covered:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cleanings, X-Rays and Exams<\/strong> \u2013 Since checkups are considered preventative, they\u2019re often covered at 100%. At the very least, schedule your checkup as soon as possible because it won\u2019t cost anything out-of-pocket. Most patients get two annual checkups, but more may be covered during pregnancy or for patients who have gum disease, diabetes or cancer. Your plan might also cover professional fluoride treatments, which are wonderful for cavity prevention.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Deep Cleanings<\/strong> \u2013 Usually covered at 60%-80%, deep cleanings are a special type of cleaning for patients with gum disease.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fillings and Root Canals<\/strong> \u2013 Fillings and root canals are often covered at 60%-80%.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Crowns and Bridges<\/strong> \u2013 Many plans will cover crown and bridgework at 50% &#8211; 70%.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Important Things To Keep In Mind<\/h2>\n<p>Always start by checking when your plan starts and ends (many start January 1<sup>st<\/sup> and end December 31st). If your plan ends in December, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whartondental.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">schedule any appointments<\/a> as soon as possible, since many dental office schedules fill up quickly.<\/p>\n<p>If you need dental work (beyond a checkup and cleaning), find out what your deductible is to get a better idea of the total cost. If you\u2019d like a more specific figure, you can ask a dentist to file a preauthorization beforehand. This formal estimate from your insurance company breaks down what they\u2019ll pay so you won\u2019t have any surprises.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, don\u2019t forget that most annual maximums (the amount of money that\u2019s been set aside for you by your insurance plan) are between $1,000-$3,000. If you don\u2019t use it, you lose it, so you may as well take advantage of it to achieve a healthy, beautiful smile!<\/p>\n<h2>About the Author<\/h2>\n<p>A graduate of the University of Texas School of Dentistry, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whartondental.com\/meet-dr-tiet.html\">Dr. Phil Tiet<\/a> has nearly 25 years of experience as a family dentist in Wharton, TX. He knows that insurance can be overwhelming, so he and his staff do everything they can to help patients navigate their benefits. If you have any additional questions about your insurance, he can be reached via his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whartondental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or at (979) 532-1920.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re like most people, you probably feel squeezed for time in the last few months of the year. Between tying up loose ends from 2018 and preparing for the holidays, it can seem like your to-do list is never-ending! 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