VA is partnering with Delta Dental
and Metlife to allow eligible Veterans and family members receiving care under
Civilian Health and Medical Program (CHAMPVA) to purchase affordable dental
insurance beginning November 15. More than 8 million Veterans who are enrolled
in VA health care can choose to purchase one of the offered dental
plans. This is a 3 year pilot program for those with no dental coverage
and those who are eligible for VA dental care who would like to purchase
additional coverage. People interested in participating may complete an
application online through Delta Dental @ www.deltadentalvadip.org, or MetLife
@ www.metlife.com/vadip beginning November 15th. Coverage will begin January 1,
2014 and will be available throughout the US and its territories. Also
eligible for the new benefits are nearly 400,000 spouses and dependent children
who are reimbursed for most medical expenses under VA’s CHAMPVA program.
CHAMPVA participants are spouses, survivors or dependent children of Veterans
officially rated as “permanently and totally “ disabled by a service
–connected condition. Enrollment in the VA dental plan is voluntary.
Participants are responsible for all premiums , which range from $8.65 to
$52.90 per month for individual plans. Copayments may apply. For more
information on the VA Dental Insurance Plan (VADIP), visit
www.va.gov/healthbenefits/vadip or contact Delta dental @ 1-855-370-3303 or
MetLife @ 1-888-310-1681. Veterans who are not enrolled in the VA healthcare
system can apply at any time by visiting www.va.gov/healthbenefits/enroll , calling
1-877-222-VETS (8387) or visiting their local VA.
Data obtained from VA press release
