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TRICARE Retiree Dental Program
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The Enhanced TRICARE Retiree Dental Program (TRDP) is available to retirees and their eligible family members in the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, American Samoa, Canada, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. TRDP Monthly Premiums
Monthly premiums for the Enhanced TRDP vary depending on your location and type of plan (single, dual, or family). Annual rates are effective for fiscal year 2010 (October 1, 2009–September 30, 2010) and are subject to change each year. If you move or change your enrollment option, your monthly premium rate may increase or decrease accordingly. To view the premium rate for your region, visit TRICARE's Retiree Dental Program Web Site and use the Premium Search tool in the “Prospective Enrollees” section.
TRDP Cost-Shares, Annual Deductible, and Maximums
The following tables provides an overview of the Enhanced TRDP costs.
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Benefits Available During the First 12 Months of Enrollment
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Your Cost-Share (Amount You Pay)1 |
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Diagnostic Services (e.g., exams)
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0%
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Preventive Services (e.g., cleanings)
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0%
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Basic Restorative Services (e.g., fillings, including tooth-colored fillings on back teeth)
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20%
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Endodontics (e.g., root canals)
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40%
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Periodontics (e.g., gum treatments)
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40%
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Oral Surgery (e.g., extractions)
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40%
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Emergency Services (e.g., treatment for minor pain)
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20%
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Dental Accident Coverage
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0%
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1 The percentage paid is based on the allowed amount for each procedure. Your out-of-pocket costs may be higher if care is received from a nonparticipating provider.
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Additional Benefits Available after 12 Months of Continuous Enrollment or if Enrolled within Four Months after Retirement
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Your Cost-Share (Amount You Pay)1 |
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Cast Crowns, Onlays, and Bridges
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50%
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Partial/Full Dentures
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50%
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Orthodontics
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50%
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Dental Implants
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50%
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1 The percentage paid is based on the allowed amount for each procedure. Your out-of-pocket costs may be higher if care is received from a nonparticipating provider.
TRDP Annual Deductible
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| $50 per person, per benefit year; $150 cap per family |
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TRDP Maximums
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Annual Maximum
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$1,200 |
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Orthodontic Maximum (per person, per lifetime)
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$1,500 |
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Dental Accident Maximum (per person, per benefit year)
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$1,000 |
For more information about the TRDP, contact Delta Dental® of California (see the For More Information section). Back to Top
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