- Dental coverage is available through most of the Medicare Advantage plans that Humana offers.
- You’re eligible for Humana Medicare Advantage dental coverage if you have original Medicare (parts A and B).
Humana offers dental coverage under many of its Medicare Advantage plans. Read on to learn more about Humana Medicare Advantage plans and the dental benefits they offer.
Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans are offered by private insurance companies that contract with Medicare. They’re required to cover all the same things as original Medicare (Part A and Part B) — and many of them cover more.
This additional coverage often includes dental care. Some Humana plans include dental exams, X-rays, and cleanings at no extra cost. Other services require copays.
Your dental coverage depends on the type of Medicare plan you have. Before you enroll in a Humana Medicare Advantage plan, make sure you understand its dental benefits.
Humana Medicare dental coverage can include:
- two dental exams per year
- bitewing X-rays, usually once per year
- panoramic X-rays, usually once per year
- two cleanings per year
- fillings
- root canals
- crowns
- tooth extractions
- dental care after an illness or injury
- dentures
- orthodontics
Humana’s optional supplemental benefits
While many Humana Medicare Advantage plans include dental benefits, you can also get additional dental coverage with a Humana optional supplemental benefits (OSB) plan.
You can enroll in an OSB plan at any time of the year to add supplemental coverage to your Humana Medicare Advantage plan.
Find out what dental plans are available in your area by visiting the Humana dental page and entering your state.
Costs for Medicare Advantage plans are based on your ZIP code and the plan you choose. Here is a sample of the costs for Humana Medicare Advantage plans that include dental coverage.
| City | Plan name | Monthly premium | Maximum out of pocket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympia, WA | Humana Value Plus H5619-134 (HMO) | $25 | $6,700 (in network) |
| Humana Gold Plus H5619-062 (HMO) | $44 | $5,000 (in network) | |
| Humana Honor (PPO) | $0 | $5,000 (in network); $5,900 (in and out of network) | |
| Boulder, CO | Humana Gold Plus H0028-047 (HMO) | $34 | $5,500 (in network) |
| HumanaChoice H5216-223 (PPO) | $28 | $5,500 (in network); $11,300 (in and out of network) | |
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-123 (PFFS) | $89 | $6,700 (in and out of network) | |
| St. Louis, MO | Humana Gold Plus H0028-014 (HMO) | $0 | $2,900 (in network) |
| HumanaChoice R1532-001 (Regional PPO) | $0 | $3,900 (in network); $8,000 (in and out of network) | |
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-125 (PFFS) | $53 | $6,700 (in and out of network) | |
| Norfolk, VA | Humana Gold Plus H6622-005 (HMO) | $0 | $3,450 (in network) |
| Humana Honor R1390-003 (Regional PPO) | $0 | $6,700 (in network); $10,000 (in and out of network) | |
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-042 (PFFS) | $32 | $7,550 (in and out of network) |
If you’re eligible for Medicare Advantage, you qualify for dental coverage under Humana’s Medicare Advantage plans.
To be eligible, you’ll need to enroll in original Medicare. You can sign up through your local Social Security office.
If you already have a plan and want to add dental coverage, contact Humana for help updating your policy.
To enroll in a Humana Medicare Advantage plan, you’ll need to find out which plans are available in your area.
You can see what policies are open to you by visiting Humana’s website. Enter your ZIP code and select your county to see a list of the Humana Medicare Advantage plans in your area.
To learn more about Humana Medicare Advantage plans, contact a customer service representative at 800-457-4708.
You can also request to meet with a Humana representative by filling out a contact form.
Does original Medicare include dental coverage?
Original Medicare (parts A and B) doesn’t cover the cost of most dental care and won’t pay for:
- cleanings
- fillings
- crowns
- tooth extractions
Medicare Part A does cover certain dental costs, however, if they’re related to an illness or injury to your jaw, teeth, or mouth.
Does Humana cover dental care?
Many of Humana’s plans cover dental care, but benefits can vary between plans. Most Medicare Advantage plans offer preventive dental care, and some will include more comprehensive dental services.
Can I add dental to my Humana Medicare Advantage plan?
Dental coverage is available under many of Humana’s Medicare Advantage plans. If it’s not already included, it can be added to any of Humana’s Medicare plans.
If you have original Medicare, you’re eligible for Humana Medicare Advantage dental coverage.
Before enrolling, find out which Medicare Advantage plans Humana offers in your area. Talk with a Humana representative about any questions you have. Be sure to check that the plan you’re considering has the dental benefits you’ll need.