[Friend2U]

I am no longer covered since I had to retire and my husband's changed. So I am in need of insurance....cause I have some teeth that are really needing attention.

Does anyone have suggestions of a good insurance? I just have NO IDEA where to even start!

Thanks!

[NurseNancy]

gosh, i wish i did.
i'm on medicare and got my insurance thru aarp. but that might be an option anyway. you just need to be over 50.

i had to pay an entire yr and only then became eligible for coverage.

you might try to find a DDS (maybe your old DDS or your husband's) that will work with you on an installment plan.

[NeuroNixed Craig]

That's my first thought, AARP and second to that would be Blue Cross Blue Shield.

My most logical suggestion would be to call a local dentist and ask the Office/Practice Manager what companies she may know of and would recommend in your situation.

Sorry, I wish I had better information for you. Luckily, I'm still covered under my wife's company insurance.

Speaking of that did you "mean" your husband company/job has changed, or you have changed husbands? I'm just a tad confused on that point.

[agate]

I have Medicare/Medicaid and had fairly good dental coverage in WA state, but when I moved to OR I lost dental coverage and signed up for the AARP Medicare Complete Choice PPO with Dental. The dental is an add-on, and I pay a premium of $19/month for it.

There is a $100 annual deductible, and there is a limit of $1,000 a year but it's better than nothing.

[Friend2U]

Thank you all for your help...I really appreciate it. I can't write much now, not feeling well, but am going to give each of your suggestions a lot of thought when I can think better.

Craig, my husband had to retire on disability also and so I am still covered for medical but not dental. (My wording on that was confusing...lol)

I REALLY DO appreciate your responses!

[NeuroNixed Craig]

I hope you're feeling better soon and I'm happy to know you didn't change husbands. <BG>

Keep us informed and we will try and find a good solution for you one way or the other. You can't be the first person to be in this type of situation.