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FAQ: About Delta Dental

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How many claims does Delta Dental process?

In 2003, Delta Dental Insurance Company processed more than 2 million claims and paid $242 million in benefits.

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Is Delta Dental regulated by the Department of Insurance?

Yes. Delta Dental Insurance Company is a licensed, for-profit company that is subject to the regulations of the Departments of Insurance in each of our 10 states.*

*Delta Dental Insurance Company provides dental coverage for groups headquartered/ located in the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Montana, Nevada, Texas and Utah.

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What is Delta Dental's average administrative fee?

On average, Delta Dental spends between 85 and 90 cents of every dollar on dental benefits. The remainder is paid directly for dental services.

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How much of Delta Dental's business is in fee-for-service programs?

Delta Dental's most popular program is DeltaPremier, a fee-for-service program, which covers 75 percent of enrollees. The remaining 25 percent are covered in DeltaPreferred Option, the fee-for-service PPO program.

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