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Pros
  • Affordable dental insurance options
  • Wide acceptance by dental providers
  • Good coverage for basic services
  • Quick claims processing for routine care
Cons
  • Poor customer service experiences
  • Frequent claim denials reported
  • Limited coverage for advanced procedures

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    Reviewed July 15, 2023

    My employer unfortunately switched our dental insurance over to Aetna. My daughter had to get braces not wanted, had to. Delta Dental started the process, paid what they had to. My employer switched to Aetna the next year. Aetna not paying for my child’s braces because it was an ongoing treatment. Aetna probably did not mention this when my employer switched over to them. I am stuck with a 700 bill that’s left over on my child’s over 5k braces bill. I also NEVER received a denial of this claim. I will be trying my best to see if my employer can get us back with Delta Dental a company that cares about their customers and their families.

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    Reviewed Feb. 20, 2023

    Aetna Dental will not cover dentures or partials if there are previous extractions. I need more teeth removed, but will have to remain toothless and unhealthy because I don't have $2000-$3000 to replace. Another corporation punishing poor people for being poor.

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    Customer ServiceCoveragePriceStaff

    Reviewed Jan. 1, 2023

    I have Aetna as my dental insurance. I find trying to get through to a customer service representative is a nightmare!!! The whole thing is outsourced to the Philippines and the majority of these representatives are untrained, rude, or not fluent in English. I am constantly transferred, hung up on, or given incorrect information. Shame on this insurance company for trying to cut costs by outsourcing. In fact, it takes twice as many calls to get the issue resolved. I dread calling to resolve claims.

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    Reviewed Dec. 11, 2022

    Aetna Dental has plan **. Aetna Medicare Value Plan (HMO) **. They brag about having the Largest in Network dentist for your selection. True. My Area within 5 miles there are less than 1.000 dentist in my network but NONE are in my plan. I call Customer service and they say they can find 1,000's. I tell them to call them. Call any and provide me with a Dentist. They put my on hold say they have to or they will get another call when I hang up. So I stay on the phone and some are 8 hours long and some say they are through with shift and call me tomorrow after 10Am and they do. 5 or more call and 5 or more different Call associates say the same thing. They can not find me a dentist. WHY... WHY??? I paid for this and getting nothing. it will be 11 day this Monday Dec 12, 2022 and no dentist and a sore tooth.

    One associate I could not make out ONE Word she was saying and she got me a English Specialist to come the phone to translate English better. He was Indian speaking perfect English. 2 more were very difficult to understand long sentences of them. Every one wanted to prove they could find me a Dentist. ALL FAILED. How is it they have a Plan that they (CEO) ugh approved to roll out with out checking they had Dentist available and a Way to search for a Dentist that takes my plan.

    I spent 8 hours filling our forms from dentist that said they take Aetna but when Appointment came up? They called and said Aetna said they would not cover it. They were Out Of Network. But Aetna's list says all these Dentist are in Network. 5 days of CC calling and they are calling from the same way. Top to bottom. One CC said the lady on hold said she had received Several calls from Aetna. They are calling the same dentist over and over just different CC. I file a grievance and she tried to get off the phone with my for Cussing at their Company. Then Tried to dump me when I said I DO NOT WANT TO STAY ON THE PHONE ANOTHER 8 HOURS while you idiots call and fail once again. She said they need to call a few dentist or she would not do the Grievance. I said DO what you got to do to complete the GD grievance you are trying to control and not complete. I am beyond cussing. I am BOILING mad.

    WHERE Mis the Dentist. Where is the Grievance People you said would be calling. I have no confidence she even did a Grievance. Grievance # **. I am feeling like Why is it I seem to be the Only and first person to bring this to Aetna's Attention. Are the CC Associate scamming America with their offshore CC that we can not understand them at all acting like there is plenty of Dentist while they Know there is not. I Am over 65 and this is Medicare INS. They need to be Removed from choice to be Seniors insurance choice. And DO NOT EVER Choose AETNA Ever. They are scammer. Crooks and fake and actor and pretenders. And they will hold you on the phone indefinitely while they say, They are calling dentist. I am Exhausted dealing with their offshore worthlessness.

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    CoveragePriceRefunds & Payouts

    Reviewed Aug. 3, 2022

    I had to have a tooth replaced due to a root canal issue from over 20 yrs ago. I started the process at one job with Delta dental (these guys were great). Anyway, opportunity came about for a job I couldn’t pass up. Their insurance is Aetna, and the periodontist is out of network. No biggie. I pay upfront and get reimbursed about 1/2 of what I pay. I accepted it. Went through several sessions to prepare for the titanium screw post. Anyway they put the post in and turn in my claim after I pay over $2100 out of pocket. Aetna denies the claim. Missing tooth clause they say. Because the tooth was already missing when I acquired the insurance. So if you’re already missing teeth and you decide to replace them, I wouldn’t recommend them. I’m dreading what they will charge me when I get the tooth put in.

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    Customer ServiceCoverageTechRefunds & PayoutsStaff

    Reviewed June 6, 2022

    As an employee, I have no choice in my dental insurance provider. And, the coverage available to me through Aetna is very minimal. My husband is a cancer survivor and radiation to his head years ago have left his teeth in bad shape so I thought that any coverage would be helpful. However, my experience with Aetna is horrible and my dentist will no longer treat us unless we pay up front and we deal with Aetna because they hate Aetna too.

    Aetna finds any random excuse to deny coverage. I hate calling them to discuss claims because the reps are in the Philippines and talk like robots.... Not empathetic to the issue at hand but just reading notes and rules, regardless of how ridiculous they are. And you never get to speak to the decision-makers because that isn't allowed. You think you are getting coverage as described in their documents but you aren't. It is a joke. Extremely, extremely frustrating and time-consuming dealing with them. Go elsewhere if possible.

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    Reviewed Feb. 3, 2022

    I just wanted to make an appointment for a basic check up and a cleaning. Nothing more. This has been a traumatic incident. First, a dentist that had been badgering me with texts, calls and emails for months for an appointment, tells me they don't accept my insurance after I showed up for the appointment. A complete waste of time. I call 3 more dentists in my area and nobody accepts the insurance. I finally find a dentist that does accept this insurance and they tell me I have to call the insurance and get assigned to that particular dentist.

    I call and get transferred from one number to the next, given this number to call, then that number to call, JUST TO MAKE A BASIC DENTAL APPOINTMENT! I started this journey at 930am. It is now noon and I'm no closer, still on hold, to being able JUST TO BE ASSIGNED A DENTIST, so I can then call the dentist to actually set the appointment. HOW DO I CANCEL THIS HORRIBLY IRRITATING AETNA DENTAL DPO INSURANCE?

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    Customer ServiceCoverageTechStaff

    Reviewed Dec. 1, 2021

    I had the worst experience with Aetna dental insurance. The people who answered the phone did not know what are they doing and very unprofessional. They just try to get the money from you and would not provide you the service. Be aware if you want to get a dental insurance plan. There are other providers have the better service for the customers. It will save your time and less headache. STAY AWAY FROM AETNA DENTAL INSURANCE AND THESE RUDE PEOPLE.

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    Reviewed Aug. 27, 2021

    Aetna is great insurance for basic dental needs like biannual cleanings. It can be a little less economical for anything extra like adult orthodontics or extractions. Nonetheless, it is accepted at nearly every dentist office I have ever used, so it is useful.

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    Reviewed Aug. 16, 2021

    Oak Hill Dental in Rillton Pa Is excellent, like family they go the extra mile for you. However, Aetna Insurance itself hard to connect and get a straight answers for anything. They like to pass the buck, even the dental office has issues with them. All these Insurance companies are too big and the customer is just a number. The agents are the worse. Once you sign up you never hear from them again. They get paid every year no matter what. Cost of Medicare needs to stop increasing every year after they increase your Social Security. The people lose every time. Best to shop around every year. Go for the most benefits and lowest cost you can find. Remember online never give your true phone number. These companies are like blood suckers. One call after the other because medicare is easy money for them. That is all they care about.

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed Aug. 15, 2021

    We have been with them for several years. This company has always been extremely professional and efficient and helpful when dealing with them. Claims are paid on time and the folks on the call center always pay attention to our needs.

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    Customer ServiceCoveragePriceStaff

    Reviewed Aug. 14, 2021

    One never receives the actual total amount of coverage, on any oral work, to be done, until it is complete, and at which time, often is usually about half of what Aetna had previously quoted doctor’s accounting staff. There needs to be better communications between Aetna Insurance, Doctor’s office staff and patient.

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    CoveragePrice

    Reviewed Aug. 13, 2021

    Medicare insurance sucks. Shouldn't have to pay any co-pays or deductibles. Every time I go to a doctor, it's money, money, money... Doctors & hospitals always overcharging you, paid in all my life & still getting **on it.

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    Customer ServiceCoverage

    Reviewed June 22, 2021

    BEWARE. Aetna is the worst possible insurance company you could choose. If you value your health, take this as a sign to go literally anywhere else. Their customer service is joke. Nonexistent. Do not waste your time.

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    Reviewed March 12, 2021

    Aetna Dental, even with upgrade, is little better than having no insurance at all which is what I will soon be doing. No reputable dentist within an hours drive will accept basic AETNA dental. They will tell you to put your money in the bank for when you need service. They will cover next to nothing besides cleaning, minor fillings and extractions if you can find a dentist to accept it.

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    Reviewed March 3, 2021

    Have only been able to use once last year after getting two teeth removed. Was please. But this year so far this year had a consultation with my dentist, and wasn't too satisfied.

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    CoveragePriceRates

    Reviewed March 2, 2021

    Dental Plans usually use Dental "mills" where it's difficult to find great dentists. Given the low yearly maximums and after premiums and co-pays, I found the Aetna plan that charges the agreed insurance rate to be far less expensive.

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    CoveragePriceMaintenance

    Reviewed March 1, 2021

    The coverage is adequate for my needs. They cove about 50% of the cost of crowns and about 80% of the cost of fillings. They also cover the most of the cost of braces and provide twice a year cleaning. There's a break in cost if you use an "in network" dentist.

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    CoveragePricePunctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 28, 2021

    I believe Aetna has been super for me. The coverage is good and not that expensive. They have been very helpful in all my questions. Having to pay upfront is not always easy, but the check came in the mail pretty quick.

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    Reviewed Feb. 27, 2021

    I was able to schedule an emergency visit within 2 days of my plan becoming active. I needed to have a tooth removed immediately. The copayments on my high deductible plan were reasonable and I was able to create a payment plan for what was not covered. Simply, I am grateful to have coverage.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2021

    Unfortunately many high rated dentists do not accept AETNA.... My choice of dentist does not accept my insurance so I have to pay and then submit forms for reimbursement. The reimbursement is less than the cost if service. I pay about $90 a month. We are fortunate that our teeth are in great shape. We have the insurance just in case if an emergency. For us it has not been cost effective. Very costly for the type of coverage and allowed services.

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    CoverageStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 25, 2021

    Aetna dental is very good and it takes care of all your dental needs. All dental needs are covered under this insurance and most doctors if not all dentists takes this insurance and it's very convenient and most people needs this convenience.

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    Reviewed Feb. 15, 2021

    Paid for Aetna DMO for over a year. Signed up for in network dentist and waited a month before getting a yearly teeth cleaning. The service claim was denied erroneously. Cannot reach anyone to dispute claim denial. Company only responds to these cases by US Mail but I have yet to receive an answer.

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    Reviewed Sept. 18, 2020

    AETNA is absolutely HORRIBLE. I chose the most expensive plan because they said they cover dental implants. This procedure takes a very long time. COVID set me back even further. When I had my teeth extracted, I had a different employer. Now I have a new employer and AETNA won't cover a thing because they say it is a pre-existing condition! AETNA is a contributor to the downfall of this country. They are no different than the scamming credit cards. Shame on you AETNA. My mission is to inform every person I ever come in contact with not to choose AETNA, since that is my only available recourse!

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    Reviewed Aug. 26, 2020

    As part of my Aetna Medicare Advantage Dental Plan, I am to pay for my dental services and receive reimbursement a few weeks after services and claim sent to Aetna. I paid for dental services in February of 2020. Aetna mistakenly reimbursed the dentist. I have been trying since February to get reimbursed from Aetna. Aetna left the responsibility to me to try to get the dentist to reimburse me for an error they made. I have called Aetna and my dentist every month since February and I have yet to get my reimbursement. I am seriously considering cancelling my Medicare Advantage Plan with Aetna. Very, Very disappointed in their customer services and response to their error.

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    CoverageTechSales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed June 24, 2020

    They don't give a plastic card like every other insurance provider. The medical providers available in network are subpar. This service is a scam to collect your money and provide less than acceptable medical care.

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    Customer ServiceCoveragePriceRefunds & Payouts

    Reviewed June 23, 2020

    Dental insurance usually pays for two checkup/cleanings a year, and Aetna promises the same. About 15 years ago, I had to have periodontal (gum) surgery in which they grafted gum tissue from the roof of my mouth down to my bottom, front teeth. Ever since then, I take one of the two checkup/cleanings at my periodontist and one at my regular dentist. They each do the same thing. They clean and check my teeth for problems. The only difference is that they both also measure my gums for shrinkage.

    My dental insurance has always paid for these visits as one of my regular free checkup/cleanings. There has never been a problem ever since -- until now. Even though it too promises two checkup/cleanings a year, Aetna dental insurance wants me to pay a $100 deductible, having decided that a "periodontal checkup" is not the same thing as a free "prophy checkup." Why? So they can weasel their way out of paying for the checkup/cleaning I need. I called Aetna, but they stand by their unjust reading of their magical coding policy while charging an exorbitant $60 a month fee to the customer and providing nada.

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    Customer ServiceCoverageTechPunctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed June 16, 2020

    Aetna only does business with one endodontist in my area called Lovett Dental. This company has a horrible reputation. When I went to aetna's website to find other providers I was given a list of out of network providers all of which were at least a hundred miles from my location. I have messaged their Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/aetna/) and emailed them (socialmediacustomerservice@aetna.com). Alyssha claims to have sent me three different response emails but all I received was a link (http://www.aetna.com/aboutaetna/safeguard_data.htm) which prompts me to login then takes me to the main page and provides no information. In short, aetna's coverage is **,, its employees incompetent or indifferent and its provider scraped from the bottom of the barrel.

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    Customer ServiceCoverageRefunds & Payouts

    Reviewed April 30, 2020

    If you can avoid choosing this horrid company for your dental plan - do ti! I had no choice and just hung up from 14th (yes, fourteen calls) for trying to get a claim paid that I actually bothered to get a authorization for. I get that insurance companies deny claims hoping that people get frustrated and go away as I worked for one - but 14 times it should be pretty clear that I was not going away. This company is a joke, truly the state insurance oversight agencies should fine them or not allow them to operate. The only business that you pay with the expectation of NOT receiving that you paid for. I think I am passing on dental insurance if it is Delta and just paying out of pocket as my time is more valuable than anything this horrid company may or may not cover.

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    CoverageStaff

    Reviewed April 29, 2020

    I have never seen an insurance company spend so much time on not paying claims as Aetna Dental. They first ask the dentist to send in excessive information multiple times. Then they deny. Then you appeal, can get no status online and after months get a letter stating they stay with their original decision. My latest was I retired and took Cobra and had Aetna. When Cobra ran out I took Aetna Individual. Their latest reason for not paying was the first part of my work was done under a different insurance. Even after sending them documentation they still denied. I am now working with the insurance commissioner in FL to get help.

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