Is UC SHIP dental Delta Dental?

Students enrolled in the UC Student Health Insurance Plan (UC SHIP) are typically enrolled in dental coverage through Delta Dental PPO. Coverage varies by campus and plan year, so confirm with the carrier. You can see any licensed dentist, but you save the most with a Delta Dental PPO provider.

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Your UC student dental is Delta Dental

Q: Do I need a referral to see a dentist on UC SHIP?

No. Find a Delta Dental PPO dentist, give the office your Enrollee ID, and book directly. No referral is required.

Q: What does UC SHIP dental cover?

Preventive care such as exams and cleanings is covered, with cost-sharing on other work after a small deductible, up to an annual maximum commonly around $1,000 per plan year. Exact terms vary by campus and year, confirm at the carrier.

If you're enrolled in UC SHIP, your dental is typically Delta Dental PPO. Pick your campus below to map Delta-friendly dentists nearby, we'll ask the office to confirm before you book. Coverage varies by campus and plan year; confirm at the carrier. Independent guide, not affiliated with the University of California or Delta Dental.

Delta PPOtypical UC SHIP carrier

Usually includedunless you waived SHIP

~$1,000annual max · varies

No referralbring your Enrollee ID

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Is UC SHIP dental really Delta Dental?

Usually, yes. Students on UC SHIP are typically enrolled in Delta Dental PPO, confirm your campus and plan year. See any licensed dentist; you save the most with a PPO provider near campus, no referral needed.

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UC SHIP usually includes Delta Dental PPO, unless you waived it. No plan to buy.

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UC SHIP dental FAQ

Quick answers

Do I need a referral?

No. Choose a Delta Dental PPO dentist, give the office your Enrollee ID, and book directly.

What will it cost me?

Preventive cleanings and exams are covered. Other work is shared after a small deductible, up to an annual maximum commonly around $1,000 per plan year. Confirm your campus and year's exact terms at the carrier.

I'm graduating or losing UC SHIP, what then?

When student coverage ends, you can keep Delta with an individual plan. See the Delta Dental PPO Individual Premium Plan for coverage that continues after graduation.

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