Valdosta City Schools provides two dental plan options through Ameritas: the Network Plan and the Freedom Plan. Both plans feature a lifetime deductible, which applies to Type 2 (basic) and Type 3 (major) services but not to orthodontics. While you can receive care from any licensed dentist, using Ameritas Classic PPO network dentists will help you maximize your plan benefits and minimize out-of-pocket expenses. Dependent children are eligible for coverage until age 26.
Our dental insurance provides two plans tailored to fit your needs. The Network Plan offers lower payroll deductions, making it a budget-friendly option. However, to keep your dental care costs manageable, you must use network dentists, as choosing out-of-network providers can result in significantly higher expenses.
For those seeking greater flexibility, the Freedom Plan may be a better fit. While this plan comes with higher premiums, it allows you to access out-of-network care at lower out-of-pocket costs compared to the Network Base Plan. However, services outside the network will still be more expensive than those provided by in-network dentists.
Both plans feature a lifetime deductible per covered person, which applies only to Type 2 (basic) and Type 3 (major) services. The deductible does not apply to orthodontic services.
The district’s dental plans do not allow duplicate coverage for dependents, including children and spouses. Dependents can only be enrolled under one dental plan through the district to ensure streamlined benefits and compliance with plan guidelines.
Refer to the Ameritas benefits summary on the Resources page for complete details regarding frequencies and coverage information.
Dental Coverage |
Network Plan
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Freedom Plan
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Type 1 Preventive
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100% of preventive services (no deductible) Includes: Routine Exam (2 per benefit period) Bitewing X-rays (2 per benefit period) Full Mouth/Panoramic X-rays (1 in 3 years) Periapical X-rays Cleaning (2 per benefit period) Fluoride for Children 18 and under (1 per benefit period) Sealants (age 16 and under) Space Maintainers |
100% of preventive services (no deductible) Includes: Routine Exam (2 per benefit period) Bitewing X-rays (1 per benefit period) Full Mouth/Panoramic X-rays (1 in 3 years) Periapical X-rays Cleaning (2 per benefit period) Fluoride for Children 18 and under (1 per benefit period) Sealants (age 16 and under) |
Type 2 Basic
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80% after deductible Includes: Fillings for Cavities Restorative Composites Endodontics Periodontics Denture Repair Simple Extractions Complex Extractions Anesthesia |
80% after deductible Includes: Fillings for Cavities Restorative Composites Denture Repair Simple Extractions Complex Extractions Anesthesia Non-Surgical Periodontics |
Type 3 Restorative
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50% after deductible Includes: Onlays Crowns (1 in 5 years per tooth) Crown Repair Implants Prosthodontics (fixed bridge; removable complete/partial dentures) (1 in 5 years) |
50% after deductible Includes: Onlays Crowns (1 in 5 years per tooth) Crown Repair Implants Prosthodontics (fixed bridge; removable complete/partial dentures) (1 in 5 years) Space Maintainers Endodontics Surgical Periodontics |
Deductible
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Preventive Services: $0 deductible Type 2 and Type 3 Services: $50 individual lifetime deductible Orthodontia Services: $0 deductible Family Deductible: not applicable |
Preventive Services: $0 deductible Type 2 and Type 3 Services: $50 individual lifetime deductible Orthodontia Services: $0 deductible Family Deductible: not applicable |
Calendar Year Maximum
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$1,000 | $1,000 |
Orthodontia Services (adults and children) Lifetime Benefit Maximum Coinsurance |
$1,000 50% |
$1,000 50% |
We encourage you to use an Ameritas provider in order to maximize your dental plan benefits. Access and select the Classic PPO network https://dentalnetwork.ameritas.com/ to locate participating dental provider information.
We encourage all employees to obtain regular oral exams and cleanings for several reasons. Poor oral health can lead to conditions such as heart attacks and strokes. Preventive dental visits can help identify conditions like oral cancer, which is treatable when detected early.
Preventive care services as defined by the plan and noted above will be covered 100%.