Updates

Consultants Corner: CDT Code Additions, Revisions & Deletions / Changes to Orthodontic Coding

December 21, 2021

The American Dental Association (ADA) has published the new procedure codes for 2022. Changes include: 16 new codes, 6 deleted codes, 14 revisions and 10 editorial actions.

Keeping You Informed: Processing Policy Changes Beginning 1-1-22

December 21, 2021

D0251 - Extraoral posterior dental radiographic image - covered benefit and will be included in overall bitewing frequency policy D0330 - Panoramic radiographic image - age 6 and under limitation removed

Delta Dental Individual & FamilyTM Dental Plans - 2022 Plan Updates

December 21, 2021

2022 brochures for our individual and family plans have been mailed out to all participating dental offices.

Innovation Spotlight: New Peer-to-Peer Consultation Scheduling

December 21, 2021

You can now schedule a half hour claim consultation with one of our dental consultants to help answer any detailed questions you may have about specific dental procedures on a claim or predetermination that have not been approved.

Keeping You Informed: Noteworthy Group Dental Plan Changes Beginning 1-1-22

December 21, 2021

Please verify patient coverage and benefits each time your patient seeks treatment at your office.

File Claims Online & Enroll in Direct Deposit for Quicker Reimbursement

September 30, 2021

We've heard your feedback and understand that efficient self-service tools and quick results are important to you and your practice. Delta Dental of Kansas offers online tools to help you submit claims and get paid faster.

Consultant’s Corner: Nightguards vs TMJ Splints

September 28, 2021

Although you might have heard the terms splint and nightguard used interchangeably in the past, they do not always mean the same thing. Each type of splint is designed for a specific purpose and serves a different function as outlined below:

Innovation Spotlight: Provider In-the-Chair Hotline

September 28, 2021

The Provider In-the-Chair Hotline, to provide immediate Delta Dental of Kansas (DDKS) member benefit information for patients in your chair.

Don’t Forget: 2021 DDKS Matching Gift Program for Participating Dentists

September 28, 2021

Through Delta Dental of Kansas' Matching Gift Program, Participating Dentists' approved charity donations may be matched up to $100.

Kansas Mission of Mercy (KMOM) Hosts Free Dental Clinic - Volunteers Needed

September 28, 2021

KMOM is seeking volunteers for their Free Dental Clinic that will take place at Century II in Wichita, KS on July 23rd & 24th. KMOM volunteers will work together to provide patients with free fillings and extractions on a first-come, first-serve basis.