State of Illinois
The State of Illinois is a self-funded plan and as such, Delta Dental of Illinois reimburses dentists once it receives funding from the State.
Delta Dental of Illinois does not control the timing or funding of claims payments to State of Illinois dental members or the dentists who treat them.
Please access the links below for important information.
State of Illinois FAQs
- Are members being encouraged to use a network dentist?
Yes, members are encouraged to use Delta Dental network dentists. If you are not currently a Delta Dental network dentist and wish to participate in our networks, please contact us by email at PR@deltadentalil.com, fax at (630)983-4085, or contact our Professional Relations department at (630) 718-4990.
- How can members find network dentists?
- When is a claim eligible for Late Payment Interest (LPI)?
Claims may be paid on a delayed basis. LPI will be paid in accordance with Illinois law. LPI is calculated beginning on the 31st day after receipt of a clean claim in the amount of 9% annually. Interest amounting to less than one dollar is not paid.
- Will Explanation of Payments (EOPs) show late payment interest (LPI)?
No, EOPs will not show LPI. LPI will be issued on a separate check.
- Is a pre-treatment estimate of Benefits Required?
No, but we recommend that you ask your dentist to submit a pre-treatment estimate for services over $200 so you have an estimate of what you may owe. A pre-treatment estimate of benefits is not a guarantee of benefits.
- How do I check eligibility and claim status?
Get real-time benefits and eligibility information and claim status through the Dentist Connection. You can also get this information through our interactive voice response (IVR) phone system at 800-323-1743. Through our IVR, you can also request a "FaxBack" by saying FaxBack at the prompt. FaxBack will send a fax with eligibility, benefit, and claim information for Delta Dental of Illinois patients.
- How is work in progress being handled?
Payment for treatment-in-progress is based on the service completion date, regardless of the type of treatment (except for orthodontia which is pro-rated, based on remaining treatment time).