The GDA Peer Review and Ethics Program can mediate some complaints about care (not including fee disputes) that a patient may have with GDA member dentist. The GDA can often help dentists and patients resolve complaints without involving either party in legal negotiations. For information about this mediation process, email chandler@gadental.org.
The GDA Executive Office receives several calls every day from individuals seeking a dentist who takes Medicaid and PeachCare for Kids patients. All persons seeking a Medicaid/PeachCare dentist are encouraged to check their Medicaid/PeachCare card or call 1-888-GA-ENROLL (1-888-423-6765) if you do not know the Medicaid health plan in which you are enrolled. If you have questions about a plan, or need a referral to a provider, contact the managed care companies at:
Amerigroup (800) 600-4441 Wellcare (866) 231-1821 Peach State (800) 704-1484
Patients can also obtain more information by logging onto www.gahealthyfamilies.com. (Note: These Medicaid members are not a part of the Georgia Healthy Families programs: Members who can get Medicare; the blind and disabled, children in foster care, and children with special health needs.)
Dental Clinic Listing
Georgia has many clinics that work with patients who may need financial consideration. Please click here to visit the GDA clinic list for the names of clinics in your area.
Dental Careers in Georgia
Careers in dentistry can be personally fulfilling. Dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants help people maintain their oral health and appearance. People who enter the dental field should have an aptitude for science, good manual dexterity, and excellent vision. A sincere interest in patients and a pleasant personality are also important! Click here to find out more.
Dental Web Site Links
Click here for a list of web sites that dental patients may find of use in researching reliable information about dental topics. For dentist web sites, please search for a dentist in your area using the GDA Find a Dentist Search Feature. If a GDA dentist has a web site, that site will be listed in his or her search results.
Dental Benefits
Dental insurance is misnamed. Dental benefit is more accurate. It's easy to see why. Dental care is usually predictable, involving primarily checkups and cleanings. It is usually not catastrophic, like a major medical expense. Find information on individual and business dental plans, and the unique dental benefit Direct Reimbursement, by clicking here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a difference between a DDS and DMD degree? How can you obtain your dental records? Find the answers to these and many other and Frequently Asked Questions (and answers) here.
