Lara Dental Prime accepts all major health funds and offers HICAPS claiming. Preferred provider arrangements may apply for HCF, nib, CBHS and smile.com.au.
This article explains what preferred provider arrangements may mean, what to check with your health fund, and how to prepare before your appointment.
What is a preferred provider dentist?
A preferred provider arrangement is an agreement between a dental clinic and a health fund or dental network. Depending on your level of cover and fund rules, it may affect rebates or out-of-pocket costs for some services.
Every health fund and policy is different, so the exact benefit depends on your individual cover, annual limits and waiting periods.
Which health funds does Lara Dental Prime accept?
Lara Dental Prime accepts all major private health funds. We offer on-the-spot claiming through HICAPS, which allows eligible patients to claim their health fund rebate at the clinic.
Preferred provider arrangements at Lara Dental Prime
Preferred provider arrangements may apply for HCF, nib, CBHS and smile.com.au. Our reception team can help with general claiming questions, but your health fund is the best source for confirming your exact rebate and remaining limits.
Can I get gap-free dental care?
Gap-free care up to $149 may be available for eligible private health fund patients for selected check-up and clean appointments, depending on your level of cover and fund rules.
You can read more about our $149 Check-Up & Clean offer.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Please bring your health fund card and any relevant policy details. This helps our team process HICAPS claiming and explain any expected out-of-pocket costs before treatment.
What should I ask my health fund?
Before treatment, it can help to ask your health fund:
- What dental extras cover do I have?
- What is my remaining annual limit?
- Do waiting periods apply?
- What rebate may apply for the planned treatment?
- Are there any preferred provider benefits for my policy?
Do health fund rebates apply to every treatment?
Not always. Rebates can vary between check-ups, cleans, fillings, crowns, root canal treatment, whitening, orthodontic treatment and other services. Your health fund can confirm what applies to your policy.
Book with a health fund dentist in Lara
Lara Dental Prime is located at 7 The Centreway, Lara VIC 3212. We welcome patients from Lara, Corio, Norlane, Lovely Banks, Little River, Anakie, Avalon and surrounding areas.
Book online or call 03 5282 2222.