Frequently Asked Questions |
Dental Questions
Vision Questions
Q: How long has the company been in business? |
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| A: CAREINGTON has been providing a highly credentialed and quality network nationwide since 1979. They currently have more than 5,000,000 people utilizing their network. |
Q: What is the DentAffordSelect card? |
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The DentAffordSelect card is a wholly owned subsidiary of
National Benefit Builders Inc. It currently markets two networks to the public, the CAREINGTON national
dental network and the Cole Managed Vision network. Both these
networks are among the most respected in America.
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Q: Who is included under a family plan? |
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| A: All members of the household are included regardless of age. |
Q: Is this an insurance plan? |
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| A: No, The DentAffordSelect card is a reduced fee for service program, it is not insurance. |
Q: Can I nominate my dentists if they are not now in the network? |
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| A: Yes, If your dentist is not in any of our networks, we will make every effort to solicit their membership. |
Q: What If I Want To Change my Dentist? |
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| A: Members may change dentists at any time without notice to CAREINGTON. You should check our web site or call our customer service center to make sure that the dentist you have chosen is still in the network. |
Q: Can I just use the plan for orthodontia services? |
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A: Yes, The savings realized on orthodontia services are the reason many members purchase the
DentAffordSelect card. |
Q: Are there any limits on the type of services included? |
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| A: No, There are no limits whatsoever, except work in progress. You can go to the dentist as often as you like and get whatever services you need at discounted prices. |
Q: How do I find out what the cost of a dental procedures will be? |
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| A: Plan members are given a comprehensive list of procedures when they apply. You may also call our toll-free Member Services number to find out what the reduced fee is for any dental procedure or service. |
Q: Why do dentists join the Plan? |
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| A: The dentists who join the Plan are interested in the opportunity to grow their patient base. They want to develop a long-term relationships with their patients and are committed to offering affordable dental care. |
Q: Is this Cole Managed Vision discount plan insurance? |
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No, Cole Managed Vision is a reduced fee eyewear and eye care program.
There are no administrative forms or reimbursement procedures.
The participating retail optical locations will give you the discount at the time of the purchase.
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Q: How many times can I use my Cole Managed Vision membership? |
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| A: There is no limit on the number of times you and your household can take advantage of the savings provided by Cole Managed Vision throughout the year. |
Q: Can I go to any place that sells glasses to get the vision plan discount? |
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No, you must go to a retail optical locations that is contracted with Cole Managed Vision
to get your discount. Our providers include national, regional and local chains
as well as thousands of independent professionals.
Members can call our toll free number
to access the names of participating providers nearest them or can check on
this web site.
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Q: How do I receive the discount at the vision center? |
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| A: All you need to do to receive your discount is show the provider your membership card and tell them you are with Cole Managed Vision. It is very important that you mention Cole Managed Vision plan to ensure a discount at the time of purchase. |
Q: Do I get the discount if the store is running a sale? |
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| A: The location will not combine our contracted discount with the sale price. However, in most cases, the Cole Managed Vision price will be better than the sale price. |
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