BUPA Insurance — How To Use Dental Insurance At The Clinic?

Dental Designs Clinic Singapore
16 Nov, 2024

We know dental insurance can be tricky, but we’re here to make it simple. From essential treatments like routine check-ups and regular cleanings to restorative procedures such as fillings, your dental insurance can make accessing quality dental care more affordable.

Conveniently located in the heart of Singapore (Raffles Place and Telok Ayer), Dental Designs Clinic is an accredited provider for BUPA (British United Provident Association Limited). Whether you're an expatriate or a local seeking a reliable clinic with international standards of sterilisation, hygiene and modern equipment, our friendly team is here to assist. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about using BUPA dental insurance at our clinic. We will also answer frequently asked questions below!

 

How does my dental insurance work?Bupa-logo-blue

At Dental Designs Clinic, we offer self-claim insurance options to ensure you receive the benefits you’re entitled to, even if your insurance isn’t part of our direct claim network. Here’s a simple guide on how the process works when you use your BUPA insurance with us.


  • Before Your Appointment

If you have dental insurance, please let us know while booking your appointment. This will smoothen the billing process on the day of your appointment. Our receptionists are happy to answer any questions you may have about your insurance or coverage before your visit.

 

  •  BUPA is a Self-Claim Insurance

With BUPA insurance, payment is collected at the time of your appointment. After your dental treatment, we’ll provide you with a detailed, itemised invoice and any other required documents, making it easy for you to submit a claim for reimbursement through HR or directly with BUPA healthcare (based on your company’s process).

 

  • It’s a good idea to check what your BUPA plan covers

BUPA offers different levels of dental insurance, so your coverage may/may not include procedures such as check-ups, fillings, crowns or even orthodontic treatments like Invisalign. Log in to your BUPA portal or give them a call to find out the details of your plan, such as annual limits, co-payments, pre-authorisation and any exclusions.

 

Read about our dentists here! Let us know your preferred panel doctor and we can assist in booking an appointment with him/her.

 

 

How to use my BUPA insurance for dental treatment?

1. Present Your Insurance Information

When you arrive for your appointment, simply bring along your NRIC/FIN card and your dental insurance or staff card. This helps us confirm your insurance details to put in our records.

 

2. Checking Insurance Forms

Since BUPA is a self-claim type of insurance, please bring along any necessary forms or insurance documents, and our team will assist you in filling them out accurately. We’re here to ensure that the claim submission process is as easy as possible for you.

 

3. During Your Appointment

Your dentist will conduct your treatment as usual. For self-claim insurances, the clinic will not be able to see which treatment is covered and which is not. Therefore, we recommend checking your policy in advance and letting the dentist know if the treatment you need is covered.

 

4. After Your Appointment

Once your appointment is complete, our receptionist will provide you with your invoice and supporting documents so you can submit your claim for reimbursement.

 

5. Book Your Next Appointment

With your insurance information now on file, booking and managing future visits will be even easier. Just let us know if there have been any changes in your insurance details, and we’ll update our records accordingly.
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FAQs on our BUPA Partner

Q) I am covered under BUPA insurance, which dentist is on the BUPA Providers List?

Dental Designs Clinic is a BUPA Partner located in CBD near Telok Ayer MRT and Raffles Place MRT and all our dentists are on the providers list. Enjoy convenient regular checkups and treatment with our BUPA Insurance dentist near Tanjong Pagar. You can even come during lunch hour with us, BUPA Dentist near Telok Ayer, Marina Bay, Chinatown, Shenton Way.

 

Q) How do I claim my BUPA Dental Insurance with a BUPA Partner Dentist?

As a BUPA Insurance dental clinic, you can make payment for your dental care after you are done with the treatment, and submit a claim for reimbursement to BUPA within the scope of your coverage.

Please bring your BUPA Member card for claims with BUPA Insurance and let us know when you book your appointment. If you have not received your physical BUPA Insurance card, you may print and bring an e-card sent by BUPA to your email to our clinic before your appointment. We recommend speaking with your insurance provider to determine which treatments are covered and which are not.

 

Q) What is covered with BUPA Provider Dentist (BUPA dental insurance benefits)?

Enjoy claiming your employee benefit or international expatriate (BUPA International Insurance) cover with us. Your package will indicate the coverage you have with BUPA Insurance. Please get in touch with your BUPA provider for more details on your specific plan.

 

Q) I have a cracked or chipped tooth. Can I come in immediately?

We understand that dental emergencies occur and you require prompt treatment. Just give us a call and we will try to schedule your appointment on the same day, if possible. Dental emergencies is a priority that needs to be fixed quickly, as this affects your daily life very much. The good news is, our clinic is able to provide same day restorations and crowns, which are permanent and able to fix your problem quickly. Same day crowns are as strong as or even stronger than conventional crowns which usually take two weeks to manufacture.

Please do note that some insurance companies require pre-authorisation from them BEFORE a specific dental treatment is performed. It is best to check with your MSIG provider for more details about your specific plan. This article on "Does dental insurance cover root canal treatments and crowns in Singapore?will also give you a better idea.

 

Conclusion

We hope this article has helped answer any questions you might have. Our clinic provides a wide range of dental services using high quality products from Germany and Switzerland. At Dental Designs Clinic, our dentists are trained in the latest high tech equipment such as a German SIRONA CEREC 3D CADCAM machine which can produce long lasting crowns in a day, compared to typical clinics which require 2 weeks for a crown.

Got more questions? Simply leave us a message here to reach out to our customer care team/customer service.