Insurance, coverage, and what it costs
Maz Endodontics is an out of network specialist. Most PPO plans still reimburse a meaningful share of endodontic treatment, and the difference is often smaller than patients expect. You will know the cost before treatment begins.
Plans our patients commonly use
Maz Endodontics is an out of network specialist, including with the plans below. That does not mean you are not covered. Most PPO plans pay a substantial share of specialist treatment regardless of network status.
What we do not work with
So you are not caught off guard, we do not participate in these at all:
Out of network, explained plainly
Being out of network sounds worse than it usually is. Here is exactly how it works so you can plan.
You are still likely covered
PPO plans are designed to let you see any provider. They typically pay a percentage of specialist treatment whether or not the specialist is contracted with them. Coverage varies by plan, so check your specific benefits with your insurer.
You know the cost before we begin
After Dr. Maz examines the tooth, we tell you exactly what the treatment costs. Payment is due at the time of service, and you will never be surprised by a number after the fact.
We give you everything you need to claim
You submit the claim to your insurer for reimbursement. We provide an itemized receipt with the procedure codes and documentation your plan requires, so the submission is straightforward.
Worth checking before your visit
Call the number on your insurance card and ask three things: what percentage your plan pays for out of network endodontic treatment, what your deductible is, and how much of your annual maximum remains.
What affects the price of a root canal
No two teeth are the same, so no honest quote comes before an exam. These are the things that actually move the number.
Which tooth
Front teeth have one canal. Molars can have four or more. More canals means more time and more complexity.
First treatment or retreatment
Redoing a failed root canal from another office takes longer than treating a tooth for the first time.
Whether you choose sedation
IV sedation is optional and priced separately. Most patients do fine with local anesthetic alone.
Your plan and where you are in the year
Your deductible, your coverage percentage, and how much of your annual maximum is left all change how much you get reimbursed.
Get your actual number, not a range
Call us and tell us which tooth is bothering you. After Dr. Maz examines it, you will know the cost before any treatment begins.
Call (310) 248-3636Ways to pay
Treatment should not wait because of how you pay for it.
Insurance
We bill your PPO plan directly and file the claim for you, including the imaging your insurer needs.
CareCredit
Financing that lets you spread treatment costs over monthly payments. Ask us at your visit.
Card or cash
All major credit and debit cards accepted at the time of service.
Insurance questions we hear every day
Does Dr. Maz take Delta Dental?
Yes. Maz Endodontics is in network with Delta Dental of California, along with MetLife, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Guardian, and Cigna.
Do you accept Medi-Cal or Denti-Cal?
No. We are not contracted with Medi-Cal, Denti-Cal, or HMO plans.
What if my plan is not on your list?
Most PPO plans still cover a meaningful share of specialist treatment out of network. Call us with your plan details and we will verify your benefits before you come in.
Do you file the insurance claim for me?
Yes. We submit the claim and the supporting documentation directly to your insurer.
Will I know the cost before treatment starts?
Yes. After we verify your benefits we tell you what your plan is expected to pay and what your share will be, before you commit to anything.
Is IV sedation covered by insurance?
Coverage for sedation varies quite a bit by plan. We check this specifically when we verify your benefits so you know before the day of treatment.
We will check your coverage before you come in
Have your plan information handy and call us. We verify your benefits, explain what is covered, and tell you your share before any treatment begins.
In pain right now? Text (310) 629-3636 for after hours emergencies.
What will your root canal cost?
It depends on which tooth, whether it has been treated before, and how your plan handles out of network care. We break down every factor, and you get your actual number after Dr. Maz examines the tooth.