"Accidents do happen, and knowing what to do when one occurs can mean the difference between saving and losing a tooth.. " -ADA-
Member Eligibility Verification, Public Sector (Medicare / Medicaid)
Dental providers should request and verify current eligibility information from all members by asking the Member to produce the Health Plan Identification Card, 3087, and/or 2085 (Foster Care) issued for the term that services are being covered. Members are pre-informed they should share eligibility information with all providers.
If clients have lost their identification or forgot to bring it, providers may verify eligibility by: