As a former benefits consultant and small business owner, I understand how difficult it can be for small employers to balance the desire to provide exceptional benefits (like dental and vision insurance) and perks that attract and retain top talent with the need to protect the bottom line.
4 Factors To Consider When Choosing Dental and Vision Insurance For Your Small Business
07/13/2017 Written by Kristi Dewitt Brokers
Delta Dental of Arizona Launches Small Business Unit
06/07/2017 Written by Tiffany DiGiacinto Brokers
As we continue to expand our services to meet the growing oral health needs across the state, we are pleased to announce the creation of a small business sales and service unit (SBU). Led by Kristi Dewitt-Quintero, the SBU will work with Arizona small business owners—and the brokers who serve them—to ensure their employees have […]
4 Ways Your Job Affects the Cost of Dental Benefits
04/11/2017 Written by Sara Fossum Brokers , Members
Have you ever wondered what actually determines the rate and coverage of your group dental insurance plan? These 4 factors could have an influence: Location. When it comes to a geographical area, your dental insurance carrier considers competing companies, local regulation and cost of living—all of which can influence premium pricing. This is pretty standard […]
3 Ways Small Business Owners Can Save on Dental Insurance Costs While Keeping Employees Smiling
03/07/2017 Written by Tiffany DiGiacinto Brokers
When it comes to employee satisfaction, benefits matter. Small businesses have to remain competitive to recruit and retain talented employees. A strong benefits package improves a company’s competitive position, and dental coverage plays a significant role in rounding out that package. In fact, two-thirds of workers consider dental benefits to be very or extremely important, […]
In-Network vs. Out-of-Network: What it Means for Your Dental Coverage
02/07/2017 Written by Sara Fossum Members
When you have dental benefits from Delta Dental of Arizona, you can visit any licensed dentist. However, your benefit plan might have limited coverage for services provided by out-of-network dentists. To ensure you’re saving the most money and receiving your full benefit, it’s always best to visit a dentist in the Delta Dental network. Here […]
Dental Coverage for the Self-Employed
07/26/2016 Written by Sara Fossum Members
We live in an age of entrepreneurial innovation. Professionals are passing on corporate life and becoming their own bosses. Today, freelancers, the self-employed and contract workers account for 30% of the national workforce, and that number is expected to increase to 40% by 2020. But working outside the box means we have to account for […]
Dental Benefits 101: Common Dental Insurance Terms Explained [Infographic]
03/10/2016 Written by Tiffany DiGiacinto Brokers , Members
You may think of insurance as a hassle, but the truth is that it’s one of the most valuable programs your employer offers. Unfortunately, insurance carriers—especially those focusing in health and dental benefits—don’t always make it easy to understand the features of their plans. We want you to take full advantage of your coverage with […]
MythBusters: Dental Insurance Edition
02/04/2016 Written by Tiffany DiGiacinto Brokers , Members
There’s a lot of misinformation about dental benefits, and it’s hard to decode what’s true and what’s fabricated. We’re channeling our inner Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman to debunk 5 common dental benefits myths: MYTH: I have health insurance, so dental care is covered. PLAUSIBLE. Here’s why: It varies by medical plan, but oftentimes health […]
Evaluating Dental Plan Options
09/30/2014 Written by Corki Larsen Brokers , Members
Purchasing dental insurance can be a daunting decision. It may not be easy to determine which plan and coverage options best meet your needs. At first glance, two plans may seem exactly alike. In actuality, they could be very different, especially if the two plans are offered by competing carriers. Here are four areas you’ll […]
Understanding Your Dental Plan: Benefit Categories and Coverages
08/26/2014 Written by Mary Loveless Brokers , Members
Comparing coverage between dental insurance plans? Trying to make sense of the dental benefits summary your employer gave you during open enrollment? We can help! In addition to the annual maximum and deductible, you’ll want to review the covered services. Many dental plans offer three classes or categories of covered services, often with different reimbursement […]
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