Dental Insurance Accepted at Dino Kids Dental of Raleigh, NC
For most parents, the insurance question comes before everything else. Before the office hours, before the location, before whether the waiting room has a TV. If the office does not take their plan — or their child’s Medicaid coverage — none of the rest matters. It is a completely reasonable place to start, and it deserves a clear answer before you spend time scheduling something that turns out to be out of network.
Dino Kids Dental of Raleigh accepts most major PPO dental insurance plans and Medicaid at our Tin Roof Way location in North Raleigh. Before your child’s first appointment, our front office team verifies their specific plan, walks you through the coverage details in plain language, and gives you a realistic picture of what the visit will cost before anything is scheduled. No surprises at checkout. No bill after the fact that does not match what you were told.
- Dino Kids Dental of Raleigh
5321 Tin Roof Way, Suite 101, Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 737-2131
Monday–Thursday 8:00 AM–3:00 PM | Friday by appointment
Medicaid Accepted at Dino Kids Dental of Raleigh
Finding a pediatric dentist in Raleigh that accepts Medicaid and actually has availability for new patients is harder than it should be. Dino Kids Dental of Raleigh accepts Medicaid for children’s dental care. We want that sentence to be easy to find, because it is the answer a lot of Wake County parents are specifically searching for.
Medicaid dental coverage for children in North Carolina typically includes preventive care such as exams, cleanings, and X-rays, as well as restorative treatment including fillings, extractions, and other procedures deemed medically necessary. The specific coverage your child has depends on which Medicaid managed care plan they are enrolled in. Our team will verify your child’s exact Medicaid plan details before the appointment so you know what is covered before you arrive.
A few things worth knowing about Medicaid dental visits at our Raleigh office: the first appointment is a comprehensive exam and treatment planning session. We will assess your child’s oral health, explain any findings clearly, and discuss next steps before scheduling any treatment. Nothing is rushed and nothing is scheduled without your full understanding and agreement.
To schedule a Medicaid appointment for your child, call (919) 737-2131. Our team will verify coverage before confirming the appointment.
Insurance Plans Accepted at Dino Kids Dental of Raleigh
The following plans are currently accepted at our Raleigh location. Because insurance participation can change and individual plan variations within the same carrier can have different benefit levels, a verification call before your child’s first appointment is always the most reliable way to confirm their specific coverage.
- Medicaid
- Ameritas
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC (BCBS)
- Cigna
- Delta Dental
- DHA / Sunlife
- GEHA / Connection Dental
- Guardian
- Humana
- MetLife PDP+
- Principal
- United Concordia
- United Concordia Tricare
- United Healthcare
Not seeing your child’s plan? Call (919) 737-2131 before assuming you are out of network. Out-of-network families are welcome, and our team files courtesy claims for plans we do not participate with directly.
Notes on Specific Plans at the Raleigh Location
Focus on the unique treatment plans and patient care approaches offered specifically at the Raleigh location. These notes highlight tailored strategies designed to meet individual dental needs with precision and comfort.
BCBS of NC — State Employees and RTP Families
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina is one of the most commonly carried plans among families in North Raleigh — particularly those with state government employment, Research Triangle Park jobs, and positions at the many institutions and employers that use BCBS as their group dental carrier. We accept BCBS of NC at our Tin Roof Way location. Because BCBS administers multiple plan types with different pediatric benefit structures, we will confirm your child’s specific plan during the verification call before scheduling.
United Concordia Tricare — Military Families in Wake County
Active duty military families stationed at or near Raleigh-area installations, as well as families in the process of relocation between assignments, often carry Tricare dental coverage through United Concordia. Dino Kids Dental of Raleigh accepts United Concordia Tricare for pediatric patients. The Tricare Dental Program covers enrolled dependents of active duty service members. Call (919) 737-2131 to verify your child’s specific Tricare enrollment details before scheduling.
GEHA / Connection Dental — Federal Employee Families
Federal employees in the Wake County area — including those at the various agencies operating in and around Raleigh and the RTP corridor — frequently carry GEHA/Connection Dental for their families. It is accepted at our Raleigh location. Verify your child’s specific GEHA plan with our team before the first appointment.
Guardian
Guardian dental insurance is accepted at Dino Kids Dental of Raleigh. Guardian appears regularly among employees of private employers and professional service firms in the Research Triangle area. It is a plan that some families carry for years through employer relationships without ever having had to verify it with a pediatric dental office. Our team will confirm your child’s Guardian benefits before scheduling.
Delta Dental, Cigna, and United Healthcare
All three are accepted at the Raleigh location and represent the most commonly carried private employer dental plans in the Wake County market. Delta Dental in particular appears frequently in employer benefits packages offered by the technology, healthcare, and education employers that make up a significant share of North Raleigh’s professional workforce. If your child carries any of these plans, call to verify the specific variation before scheduling.
Humana, Ameritas, MetLife PDP+, and Principal
All four are accepted at our Raleigh location. These plans show up across a range of employer types and are common among families who have carried the same dental plan through long-term employer relationships. If your child’s plan is listed here, a quick verification call before the first appointment is all it takes to confirm coverage and get a benefits estimate.
How Children’s Dental Insurance Works — What Parents Should Know
Pediatric dental insurance has rules that differ from adult plans, and knowing them before the appointment avoids surprises.
Preventive frequency limitations. Most plans cover two preventive visits per year — an exam and cleaning at roughly six-month intervals. X-rays have their own frequency rules: bitewing X-rays are typically covered once every year or once every two years depending on the plan and the child’s cavity risk level. A full mouth series has a longer interval. If your child had X-rays taken at a previous office, we can often use those rather than repeating them, which preserves your plan’s benefit allowance for when new images are actually needed.
Dual coverage coordination. When both parents carry dental insurance through their employers and the child is covered under both plans, benefits can be coordinated. The primary plan pays first, and the secondary plan may cover some or all of the remaining balance. Our team handles the coordination and files both claims — you do not need to manage that process yourself.
Age-based coverage limits. Some procedures have age cutoffs in pediatric dental plans. Sealants, for example, are commonly covered through age 13 or 14 on standard PPO plans. Orthodontic benefits, when included, often have specific age windows. We will check your child’s plan for age-based limitations during the benefits verification call.
First visit expectations. The first appointment at Dino Kids Dental is a comprehensive exam and treatment planning session — not an intake form and a cleaning. We examine your child’s teeth, gums, bite, and development, explain what we find in language both you and your child can understand, and discuss any recommended treatment before scheduling it. If a cleaning is clinically indicated and covered by the plan at the same visit, we will tell you that upfront.
How Insurance Works at Dino Kids Dental of Raleigh
Our front office team at the Tin Roof Way location handles the insurance side of your child’s care so you do not have to become an expert in dental billing just to get their teeth cleaned. Before the first appointment, our team:
- Verifies your child’s dental insurance benefits with the carrier — including Medicaid — so you know what to expect before you arrive
- Explains coverage in plain language, including what is covered under preventive versus basic versus major treatment categories
- Coordinates primary and secondary insurance when your child is covered under both parents’ plans, and files both claims
- Provides a cost estimate before treatment is scheduled, showing what insurance is expected to cover and your estimated out-of-pocket responsibility
- Files out-of-network courtesy claims for families whose plans we do not participate with directly, to help recover whatever reimbursement the plan allows
Insurance estimates are not guarantees — final payment is determined by the carrier after claim processing. But our team works to give you the most accurate picture available before anything is booked.
Frequently Asked Questions — Dental Insurance at Dino Kids Dental of Raleigh
Dino Kids Dental of Raleigh accepts Medicaid, Ameritas, BCBS of NC, Cigna, Delta Dental, DHA/Sunlife, GEHA/Connection Dental, Guardian, Humana, MetLife PDP+, Principal, United Concordia, United Concordia Tricare, and United Healthcare. Call (919) 737-2131 to verify your child’s specific plan before the first appointment.
Yes. Dino Kids Dental of Raleigh accepts Medicaid for pediatric dental care. If you are unsure whether your child’s specific Medicaid managed care plan is accepted, call (919) 737-2131 and the team will verify coverage before scheduling. Medicaid for children typically covers preventive care, X-rays, and restorative treatment.
Yes. Dino Kids Dental of Raleigh accepts Delta Dental. The team will verify your child’s specific plan and explain benefits, limitations, and estimated costs before the appointment.
Yes. Dino Kids Dental of Raleigh accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC. It’s recommended to call ahead to confirm your child’s specific plan before scheduling.
Yes. Cigna dental insurance is accepted. The team will verify your child’s plan and confirm coverage details before the first visit.
Yes. Dino Kids Dental of Raleigh accepts United Concordia Tricare. Call ahead to verify your child’s specific Tricare plan details before the appointment.
Yes. GEHA/Connection Dental is accepted. This plan is commonly used by federal employees and retirees. Call to confirm your child’s plan details.
Yes. United Healthcare dental insurance is accepted. Call ahead to verify your child’s specific plan.
Out-of-network patients are welcome. The team will file claims on your behalf, and your child may still receive benefits. A cost estimate is provided before treatment.
Families without insurance can ask about payment options. Children may also qualify for Medicaid or NC Health Choice depending on income. The team can help guide you.
Call (919) 737-2131 with your child’s insurance details. The team will verify benefits, confirm network status, and explain expected costs—often the same day.
Ready to Schedule Your Child’s Appointment?
Call with your child’s insurance information and our team verifies benefits before confirming the appointment. New patients welcome. Medicaid accepted. Monday through Thursday 8 AM to 3 PM, Friday by appointment.
Dino Kids Dental of Raleigh
5321 Tin Roof Way, Suite 101
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 737-2131
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