COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Update
Updated: May 13, 2020, 9:30 a.m.
A message to our members, dentists, employees and business partners on our response to COVID-19
The overall health of our members, dentists, employees, and business partners is our highest priority. We are actively monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and want to assure you that we have developed a strategy across our organization to respond to evolving circumstances while meeting the needs of our customers and business partners.
For Our Members (updated 6.10)
We are working closely with network dentists, employers, and our team to ensure your dental and vision health needs are met.
- Our customer service team is available during normal business hours (Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm CST) at 800-544-0718 or look up your benefits on our Member Connection site.
- Many dental and vision offices are reopening. Learn more about what to expect the next time you go to the dentist.
- Maintaining your dental and vision health is important to your overall health. For more tips on staying healthy, signup for our Healthy You Newsletter or visit our blog.
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If you have experienced any claim denials for timely filing during this outbreak period beginning March 1, 2020, please submit an inquiry to [email protected] for review.
Individual and Family Member Premium Relief Credit (updated 5.28)
Delta Dental of Iowa members with an Individual and Family plan will receive a 25 percent premium relief credit for April and May dental and/or vision premiums to be applied to members’ July premiums. Members can also choose to donate their premium relief credit to the Iowa Food Bank Association, that serves food banks in all 99 Iowa counties and Delta Dental will match members’ donations up to $250,000. Letters will be sent to members eligible for the premium credit around June 5th.
For our Employer and Broker Customers (updated 5.27)
We know you are working hard to balance the needs of your business while supporting your employees. We want to assure you we are committed to doing everything we can to minimize disruptions while continuing to partner with you. Learn more on our resources for employers and brokers.
As always, if you have any questions please contact Team Service at 877-983-3582 or email [email protected].
For our Network Dentists (updated 6.10)
As dental offices begin to reopen, we understand that you and your staff face new challenges to safely provide patients the same great care you always have. To help you get your practice ready to serve patients again, we are introducing the Reopening Support Payment. Our hope is that the Reopening Support Payment can be used to help you make facilities and safety upgrades so you can focus on what you do best: provide your patients access to needed dental care and services.
If you have experienced any claim denials for timely filing during this outbreak period beginning March 1, 2020, please submit an inquiry via the Dentist Connection for our review.
For our Nonprofit Community Partners (updated 4.22)
Our state’s nonprofit organizations will be among those adversely impacted by COVID-19 and related closures, as these organizations simultaneously serve on the frontlines. The health and vitality of our nonprofit partners is crucial to our success. The Foundation recognizes the economic consequences of COVID-19 on the stability of the nonprofit sector and has committed $500,000 for the COVID-19 Nonprofit Emergency Operating Relief Fund. All funds have been distributed at this time.
For our Delta Dental Team
We have been working daily to protect the health and well-being of our employees and their families. With the exception of a few specific team members, all employees will continue to work from home as necessary. Employees working on site are practicing proper social distancing and we have increased cleaning, added sanitation supplies, and are focused on the preventive measures necessary to reduce the potential spread of disease.
We will continue to actively monitor information from many sources including our Governor Kim Reynolds, the Iowa Department of Public Health, the ADA, the White House, DHS, CDC and other public health agencies each day to make informed decisions that support our community.