Many Medicare Advantage plans include dental benefits not covered by Original Medicare. Coverage varies by plan. Some plans cover preventive dental (cleanings, X-rays) only. Others cover comprehensive dental (fillings, crowns, dentures). Review the plan's Evidence of Coverage (EOC) to understand exactly what dental services are covered.
Key Points
- Many Medicare Advantage plans include dental benefits
- Coverage varies by plan — review the Evidence of Coverage (EOC)
- Some plans: preventive dental only (cleanings, X-rays)
- Other plans: comprehensive dental (fillings, crowns, dentures)
- Original Medicare does NOT cover routine dental care