California Dental Association

Coordination of benefits occurs when a patient is covered by more than one dental benefit plan. There are also special billing guidelines when billing for dependents. These articles are designed to assist with the various scenarios that may arise. CDA -sponsored legislation, AB895, on the coordination of dual dental benefit plan coverage became law in January 2008. Read the background of the law and answers to dentists’ frequently asked questions about the new law.

• Basic Procedures Can Ensure Accurate Coordination of Benefits
• Coordination of Benefits Law Affecting Dental Plans (2008-CDA Sponsored Legislation)
• AB895 and Coordination of Benefits
• CDA Sponsors AB895 to Clarify Coordination of Benefits
• Fielding the Many Questions About New Coordination of Benefits Law (AB895)
• Coordination of Benefits - Patient Questionnaire
• Coordination of Benefits One More Time
• Guidelines for Coordination of Benefits
• Coordinating Benefits for Patients with Dual Coverage Podcast
• Dental Plan Questions Are Attempt to Ascertain Primary Payer