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What if I don't have insurance and can't pay out-of-pocket for dental services? |
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Jakubas Dental Clinic accepts major credit cards. We can also assist you in setting up an interest-free account with Care Credit if you qualify. Please call our office with any questions you may have regarding payment prior to your first appointment. |
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Are there any dental procedures that might be paid for by my Medical Insurance |
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Yes. Some--but not all-- Medical Insurance providers will pay for certain procedures, for example, root canals and wisdom teeth extractions. |
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What should I ask my Medical Insurance provider when I call to find out which dental
services are covered? |
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Get the name of the person your speaking with, record the date and document what they tell you.
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- Are surgical extractions covered for wisdom teeth? (or, Are root canals covered? Some Blue Cross/Blue Shield Insurance does pay for them.) If the answer to either of these questions is "Yes"," go on. If not, stop.
- If the answer was "yes," ask if you need a referral from your medical doctor.
- Find out if you can choose any dentist to perform the procedure.
- Ask what percent of the total cost of the procedure is paid by insurance; ask if there is a deductible.
- Ask if IV sedation is covered.
- Ask if the x-ray is covered (panoramic film).
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Are there any other dental procedures that might be covered by Medical Insurance? |
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Yes. Treatment for Temporal Mandibular (Disorder) Joint (TMJ) may be covered by Medical Insurance. Also, if you have a blunt force trauma, e.g., if you fall or someone hits you, and you break a tooth/teeth, you may have accidental dental coverage, which means Medical Insurance may cover the treatment, provided you meet the guidelines and time restrictions. |
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Who can I call locally to get help with quitting smoking? |
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Smiley's Family Medicine Clinic, located at the corner of E. 28th Street and Hiawatha (2020 E. 28th Street in Minneapolis) offers face-to-face counseling, Nicotine Replacement (individuals may qualify for free nicotine replacement products) and Individualized Plans. They can be reached at 612-333-0770. You can also find more information and contacts on quitting smoking under Educational Info and Links on this site. |
