Complete and attest to our newly updated training courses
Your participation in these courses is critical to upholding the highest standards in our program.
Be prepared for new security enhancements to your UHCdental.com account
Learn more about the changes coming and the authentication options in place to help ensure your portal access.
Avoid claim review delays by submitting patient x-rays correctly
See how to properly submit pre-treatment estimates or date of service claims electronically.
The importance of documentation in the dental office
Learn more about the critical role documentation plays in helping ensure high-quality patient care and practice efficiency.
Explore the updated provider resources your practice needs
See which documents in the Provider Resources and Support section have recently been updated.
See you at the AADOM conference in September
Don’t miss our educational session on Medicare Advantage: Driving growth in the industry and your practice.
In the practice spotlight ─ Pacific Dental Services Foundation
Explore the Pacific Dental Services Foundation’s mission of improving oral health through increased local, national and internal opportunities for oral care.
Simplify the credentialing process with ADA® credentialing service, powered by CAQH
American Dental Association and CAQH team up to make the credentialing process easier for dentists
Dental care during pregnancy
Improving an expectant mother’s oral health is an important part of overall maternal care during pregnancy.
Smoking cessation: Oral health and tobacco connection
Help your patients understand how oral health issues can be linked to systemic health conditions such as the effect of using tobacco.
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Say hello to the new Provider Online Academy
Learn about this robust training and education library featuring interactive, self-paced learning courses that can support your practice, enhance your workflow and improve the patient experience.
Weighing the options of interim and immediate dentures
Help your patients understand their options, financial consequences and the overall success of these prosthetic treatments.
In the Practice Spotlight ─ 1st Scottsdale Dental
See about how this Arizona-based practice is providing quality dental care and working closely with us to better serve our members.
Explore updated provider resources your practice needs
See which documents in the Provider Resources and Support section on UHCdental.com have recently been updated.
Simplify the credentialing process with ADA® credentialing service, powered by CAQH
American Dental Association and CAQH team up to make the credentialing process easier for dentists.
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2024 CDT Code changes
The American Dental Association makes annual changes to the Current Dental Terminology codes.
Help patients avoid the emergency room
You can play an important role in preventing patients from visiting the emergency room for dental concerns.
National appointment and availability standards
Review our national standards that apply to contracted providers who participate with the UnitedHealthcare commercial networks.
Explore updated provider resources your practice needs
See which documents in the Provider Resources and Support section on UHCdental.com have recently been updated.
Welcome new employer health plans
We are excited to welcome new dental members for 2024.
MediGold now offers Medicare Advantage dental products in Michigan
Learn what this means for you.
Rhode Island Medicaid member renewal process
Help your patients navigate their Medicaid renewal.
Simplify the credentialing process with ADA® credentialing service, powered by CAQH
American Dental Association and CAQH team up to make the credentialing process easier for dentists.
New year. New features and resources for you and your staff.
New training and education resources to help your practice thrive.
California dentists: Language assistance regulations reminder
Rhode Island dentists: Dental plan complaints and appeals process
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Exciting changes to coverage for core buildups, free soft tissue grafts and composite restorations on UnitedHealthcare commercial plans
Learn about enhanced dental benefits for eligible members in our 2024 UnitedHealthcare commercial plans
Grow your knowledge about Medicare Advantage plans, DentaQual scores and fraud, waste and abuse
Explore self-paced trainings and resources available on UHC On Air to support your practice.
Explore updated provider resources your practice needs
See what’s been recently updated in the Provider Resources and Support area.
Making a difference: Talking with patients about the risks of human papilloma virus and oral cancer prevention
Educating your patients about the dangers and ways to prevent oral cancer can help ensure the future health of your patients at any age.
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RIte Smiles members have access to transportation services
Informing patients of the transportation services they may qualify for under their plan could help reduce cancellations and no-shows.
Getting reimbursed with UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage Plans
See how you get paid based on your participation in the UnitedHealthcare Dental National Medicare Advantage Network.
Updated provider resources your practice needs
See which documents in the Provider Resources and Support section on UHCdental.com have recently been updated.
A perfect smile
Dr. Blane Jackson and his wife, Stephanie, started A Perfect Smile in 2007 and are a top provider for patients with special health care needs.
Caring for those who need it most: Kids Dental Brands
Learn about how Dr. Brad Roberts and Kids Dental Brands live the commitment to treating all patients with quality care regardless of family income, in a fun, upbeat environment.
Introducing the Exclusive Network Dental plan
The UnitedHealthcare Select Managed Care plan has changed its name to UnitedHealthcare Exclusive Network Dental plan.
See you at the AADOM Conference
Office managers be sure to register for our education panel discussion on claims submissions at the 2023 American Association of Dental Office Managers conference in September.
New trainings and technology to enhance patient care
Explore self-paced trainings and resources available on UHC On Air to support your practice.
Your reimbursement for dental services for Michigan Medicaid patients is expanding
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has expanded dental benefits for adult Medicaid beneficiaries and increased rates for dental health care professionals.
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Helping patients weigh the pros and cons of dental implants and bridges
Explore information aimed at supporting your discussion with patients who may be candidates for these treatment options.
Medicaid redetermination update
As of April 1, 2023, states can begin redeterminations to decide if individuals and their family members quality for coverage through Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program.
You have the power to change your accepting new patients indicator
The self-service tool on the Provider Portal offers the ability to indicate whether your practice is accepting new patients or not.
Verify and update your demographic information
You’re required to review, update and attest to the accuracy of your demographic information every 90 days. Learn how easy it is to update your information.
Learn how to receive claims payments faster, find important forms and view required trainings for your practice
Explore self-paced trainings and resources available on UHC On Air
Updated essential health benefit orthodontic forms
Finding the essential health benefit orthodontic forms you need is easy on UHCdental.com
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Educating parents on the dental needs for infants
Give patients this informational flyer to educate them on the importance of starting healthy dental habits early.
National appointment and availability standards
Help us provide our members access to dental professionals for care when they need it.
Children’s Dental Day promotes good oral health
Children’s Dental Day event can make a positive impact for your practice and community.
2023 education opportunities for providers
Learn about the new self-paced trainings and resources available on UHC Air On.
Rhode Island complaints and appeals process
State regulatory requirement related to provider complaints, grievances and appeals
California dentists: Language assistance regulations reminder
Mandate that all health plans in California provide language assistance services to members with limited English proficiency (LEP)
Appointment availability and after-hours standards by state
Reminder of state-required appointment availability and after-hours standards
Medicare Advantage dental benefits available to Peoples Health members in Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare Dental now provides dental benefits Peoples Health Medicare Advantage members in Louisiana
Simplify the credentialing process with ADA® credentialing service, powered by CAQH ProView®
American Dental Association and CAQH ProView team up to make the credentialing process easier for dentists
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2023 Medicare Advantage dental coverage
See how our enhanced dental coverage is leading the way with simplicity and choice.
Start using Adobe Acrobat to sign electronic documents
Learn about this fast, easy and secure technology in an educational course on UHC On Air.
2023 CDT code updates
Annual updates and changes to Current Dental Terminology codes.
Verify and update your demographic data
Learn how to stay connected with patients by keeping your practice’s data and information up to date on UHCdental.com.
Texas Children’s Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program appointment and availability standards
Striving to meet the required standards to help ensure patients have the best opportunities for quality care.
Get RIte Smiles Medicaid Orthodontic prior authorization approvals faster
See how to submit prior authorization requests correctly when treating Rhode Island RIte Smiles Medicaid Orthodontic members to speed up the approval process.
MediGold now offers Medicare Advantage dental products in Connecticut
Learn about the new offering for Connecticut MediGold members.
Medicaid requirements for RIte Smiles dental professionals
Be sure you are meeting federal requirements for Medicaid providers in Medicaid fee-for-service (FFS) and managed care organizations (MCO).