As a dentist or dental practice owner, it’s important to understand market factors that might impact your practice. United Concordia Dental and Ameritas recently announced a partnership that will allow Ameritas patients to access the United Concordia Dental network. What does this partnership mean for your business and your patients?
What Does the Partnership Mean?
As of May 1st of this year, any patients who have PPO coverage through Ameritas will be able to access United Concordia Dental’s Advantage Plus Network. This is a notable expansion to the Ameritas network, and it is also an opportunity for current providers who are enrolled in the United Concordia network. If you are currently a part of the Advantage Plus Network, you will be able to take on Ameritas patients to potentially expand your patient base.
What Happens If You Partner with Ameritas?
Insured members of the Ameritas network are able to access an online provider directory when choosing where to receive care. The Ameritas website is updated every day, so you will be granted almost instant access to a broad new patient base. If Ameritas is commonly used in your area, this is a great opportunity.
You do not need to complete the credentialing process with Ameritas like you would when traditionally adding another insurance provider to your practice. Instead, you’ll be able to directly send information to Ameritas. To learn more about the specific billing details, click here or read below:
- The networks being added to United Concordia Dental’s Advantage Plus Network are called the Ameritas Classic Dental Network and the Ameritas Classic Plus Dental Network
- Reimbursement will initially be your current United Concordia Advantage Plus maximum allowable charge schedule (unless otherwise negotiated)
- ID cards from patients will still display the Ameritas network, not the United Concordia Dental network
- If you have any questions about the addition of Ameritas, you should direct them to United Concordia for the time being at (800) 307-8514
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