Pediatric Dentist that takes Blue Cross
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Was_Buf_Now_Was
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| My 3-1/2 yo should start going to the dentist, but I have BCBS's Federal Employee Plan and their search doesn't include anything for pediatric dentists. All of those recommended by, well, anyone that I've talk to don't take Blue Cross. Does anyone have any experience with this? We're willing to go to the 'burbs, but we want someone that's good with, if not specializing in, kids. Thanks! |
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| My kids go to Dr. Alan Kuwabara in Friendship Heights. He doesn't take BCBS, but his receptionist will fill out all the paperwork for you to submit your own claim. I did that last year and it was so easy. You will not get the entire visit paid, but about 80% of our visit was covered. |
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| Thanks for the tip, but I already spoke to BCBS about going out of network and submitting paperwork, and they told me I have zero coverage for out-of-network practitioners. I guess there are two tiers of BCBS Fed Plan, and I have "Basic," as opposed to "Standard." We'll definitely be reconsidering our carrier come Open Season. |
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| we see dr. kuwabara too and like him alot. |
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| Robert Morganstein in Rockville. They submit to BC/BS, but it doesn't cover much. |
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| Tannaz Poursaeid in Germantown. |
Anonymous
| Dr. Lopez in Bethesda . |
Anonymous
| We see Dr. Shahinfar in Friendship Heights (202) 363-1537 She takes BCBS for Federal Employees |
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| FYI Dr Alen Kuwabara takes delta dental : ) (6/12) I will report more after our first visit. |
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Has anyone used Dr. Anupana Tate? (In network, even w/HMO version of BCBS Federal Plan). I haven't been able to find any reviews, & the reviews for the other in-network doctors have all been negative. I need to take my almost-3 yr old for his first appt asap, & don't want to traumatize him by going to the wrong in-network doctor...
Thanks! |
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| Second for Dr. Lopez in Bethesda on E-W Hwy |
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| To the poster who mentioned Dr. Shahinfar - do you fully recommend her? Thanks! |
Anonymous
| If you don't mind traveling, check North Arlington: Dr. Ellen Lee or Dr. Gichana |
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Any updates to this? BCBS is no help...
Thanks in advance! |
Anonymous
| Jusy pay out of pocket. A young childs dental visit is not going to cost much. |