Medicaid generally doesn't cover dental implants due to the involved overhead costs

Anca Bazile, DDS answers: Does Medicaid cover Dental implants?

I need a few teeth pulled, filled and implants to replace them. I can only pay with Medicaid. Who can I go to that would accept Medicaid?

Anca Bazile, DDS
11 months ago

Generally implants are not covered by medicaid.  The procedure, materials and time involved are costly.  However, some traditional and PPO dental insurance plans are providing reasonable coverage for implants moreso than in the past.

I hope it clarifies the situation a bit.

Thank you,

Dr. Bazile

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A: Medicaid does not cover implant therapy

Ryan Sellinger, DMD
4 months ago

Unfortunately at this time, dental implants are not covered by medicaid.

Alternatives to implants that are cover by medicaid should be discussed with your dentist. One option is a removable partial denture.

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A: Sorry!

Joseph W.  Worthington, DDS
4 months ago

If Medicaid covered dental implants the line at most offices would be around the block.  You need to look for an office that offers payment plans through a finance company. Often you can stretch payments out as many as 5 years.

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