Cigna Dental Benefit Summary
Indiana University Employees
Plan Renewal Date: 01/01/2023
Admin istered by: Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company
This material is for informational purposes only and is designed to highlight some of the benefits available under this plan. Consult the plan
documents to determine specific terms of coverage relating to your plan. Terms include covered procedures, applicable waiting periods, exclusions
and limitations.
Receiving regular dental care can not only catch minor problems before they become major and expensive to treat - it may even help improve your
overall health. Gum disease is increasingly being linked to complications for pre-term birth, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, osteoporosis and other
healt h issues. That’s why this dental plan includes Cign a De ntal W ellnessPlus
SM
features. When you or your family members receive any
preventive care service in one plan year, the annual dollar maximum will increase in the following plan year. When you or your family members
remain enrolled in the plan and continue to receive preventive care, the annual dollar maximum will increase in the following plan year, until it
reaches the level specified below. Please refer to your plan materials for additional information on this plan feature. Your plan allows you to see
any l ice nsed dentist, but u sing an i n-network de ntist may mi nimize your out-of-pocket e xpenses.
Cigna Dental PPO
Network Options
In-Network:
Total Cigna DPPO Network
Out-of-Network:
Non-Network Reimbursement
Reimbursement Levels
Based on Contracted Fees
Maximum Reimbursable Charge
WellnessPlus
SM
Progressive Maximum Benefit:
When you or your family members receive any preventive care service during one plan year, the annual dollar maximum will increase in the
following plan year; until it reaches the highest level specified below. Please refer to your plan materials for additional information on this plan
feature.
Calendar Year Benefits Maximum
Applies to: Class I, II & III expenses
Year 1: $1,200
Year 2: $1,300
Year 3: $1,400
Year 4 & Beyond: $1,500
Year 1: $1,200
Year 2: $1,300
Year 3: $1,400
Year 4 & Beyond: $1,500
Calendar Year Deductible
Individual
Family
$25
$0
$25
$0
Benefit Highlights
Plan Pays
You Pay
Plan Pays
You Pay
Class I: Diagnostic & Preventive
Oral Evaluations
Prophylaxis: routine cleanings
X-rays: routine
X-rays: non-routine
Fluoride Application
Sealants: per tooth
Space Maintainers: non-orthodontic
Emergency Care to Relieve Pain
100%
No Deduct ible
No Charge
100%
No Deduct ible
No Charge
Class II: Basic Restorative
Restorative: fillings
Endodontics: minor and major
Periodontics: minor and major
Oral Surgery: minor and major
Anesthesia: general and IV sedation
Repairs: bridges, crowns and inlays
Repairs: dentures
Denture Relines, Rebases and Adjust ment s
50%
Aft er Deduct ible
50%
Aft er Deduct ible
50%
Aft er Deduct ible
50%
Aft er Deduct ible
Class III: Major Restorative
Inlays and Onlays
Prosthesis Over Implant
Crowns: prefabricated stainless steel / resin
Crowns: permanent cast and porcelain
Bridges and Dent ures
Dental Surgical Implants
50%
Aft er Deduct ible
50%
Aft er Deduct ible
50%
Aft er Deduct ible
50%
Aft er Deduct ible
Class IV: Orthodontia
Coverage for Dependent Children to age 19
Lifetime Benefits Maximum: $1,000
50%
Aft er Deduct ible
50%
Aft er Deduct ible
50%
Aft er Deduct ible
50%
Aft er Deduct ible
Benefit Plan Provisions:
In-Network Reimbursement
For services provided by a Cigna Dental PPO network dentist, Cigna Dental will reimburse the
dentist according to a Fee Schedule or Discount Schedule.
Non-Network Reimbursement
For services provided by a non-network dentist, Cigna Dental will reimburse according to the
Maximum Reimbursable Charge. The MRC is calculated at the 90th percentile of all provider
submit t ed amount s in the geographic area. T he dentist may balance bill up to their usual fees.
Cross Accumulation
All deductibles, plan maximums, and service specific maximums cross accumulate between in
and out of network. Benefit frequency limitations are based on the date of service and cross
accumulate between in and out of network.
Calendar Year Benefits Maximum
The plan will only pay for covered charges up to the yearly Benefits Maximum, when applicable.
Benefit-specific Maximums may also apply.
Calendar Year Deductible
T his is t he amount you must pay before the plan begins to pay for covered charges, wh en
applicable. Benefit-specific deductibles may also apply.
Pretreatment Review
Pretreatment review is available on a voluntary basis when dental work in excess of $200 is
proposed.
Oral Health Integration Program
®
The Cigna Dental Oral Health Integration Program offers enhanced dental coverage for
customers with certain medical conditions. T here is no additional charge to participate in the
program. Those who qualify can receive reimbursement of their coinsurance for eligible dental
services. Eligible customers can also receive guidance on behavioral issues related to oral health.
Reimbursements under this program are not subject to the annual deductible, but will be applied
to the plan annual maximum.
For more information on how to enroll in this program and a complete list of terms and eligible
conditions, go to www. m y c ign a. co m
or call customer service 24/7 at 1-800-Cigna24.
Timely Filing
Out of network claims submitted to Cigna after 365 days from date of service will be denied.
Benefit Limitations:
Oral Evaluations/Exams
2 per calendar year.
X-rays (routine)
Bitewings: 2 per calendar year.
X-rays (non-routine)
Complete series of radiographic images and panoramic radiographic images: Limited to a
combined total of 1 per 36 months.
Diagnostic Casts
Payable only in conjunction wit h orthodontic workup.
Cleanings
2 per calendar year for Prophylaxis; 2 per calendar year for Periodontal Maintenance procedures
following active therapy.
Fluoride Application
2 per calendar year for children under age 19.
Sealants (per tooth)
Limited to posterior tooth. 1 treatment per tooth every 36 months no age restriction.
Space Maintainers
Limited to non-orthodontic treatment for children under age 19.
Crowns, Bridges, Dentures and Partials
Replacement every 60 months if unserviceable and cannot be repaired. Benefits are based on the
amount payable for non-precious metals. No porcelain or white/tooth-colored material on molar
crowns or bridges.
Denture and Bridge Repairs
Reviewed if more than once.
Denture Relines, Rebases and Adjustments
Covered if more than 6 months after installation.
Prost hesis Over Implant
1 every 60 months if unserviceable and cannot be repaired. Benefits are based on the amount
payable for non-precious metals. No porcelain or white/tooth colored material on molar crowns or
bridges.
Restorative
Includes Resin-based composite crown, anterior
Benefit Exclusions:
Covered Expenses will not include, and no payment will be made for the following:
Procedures and services not included in the list of covered dental expenses;
Diagnostic: cone beam imaging;
Preventive Services: instruction for plaque control, oral hygiene and diet;
Restorative: veneers of porcelain, ceramic, resin, or acrylic materials on crowns or pontics on or replacing the upper and or lower first, second
and/or third molars;
Periodontics: bite registrations; splinting;
Prosthodontic: precision or semi-precision attachments;
Procedures, appliances or restorations, except full dentures, whose main purpose is to change vertical dimension, diagnose or treat conditions of
dysfunction of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), stabilize periodontally involved teeth or restore occlusion;
At hlet ic mout h guards;
Services performed primarily for cosmetic reasons;
Personalization or decoration of any dental device or dental work;
Replacement of an appliance per benefit guidelines;
Services that are deemed to be medical in nature;
Services and supplies received from a hospital;
Drugs: prescript ion drugs;
Charges in excess of the Maximum Reimbursable Charge.
This document provides a summary only. It is not a contract. If there are any differences between this summary and the official plan documents, the
terms of the official plan documents will prevail.
Product availability may vary by location and plan type and is subject to change. All group dental insurance policies and dental benefit plans contain
exclusions and limitations. For costs and details of coverage, review your plan documents or contact a Cigna representative.
A copy of the NH Dental Outline of Coverage is available and can be downloaded at Health Insurance & Medical Forms for Customers | Cigna under
Dental Forms.
All Cigna products and services are provided exclusively by or through operating subsidiaries of Cigna Corporation, including Cigna Health and Life
Insurance Company (CHLIC), Connecticut General Life Insurance Company, and Cigna Dental Health, Inc.
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