Be sure you understand the meaning of the terms used in this summary, such as "deductible" and "coinsurance." (See "Glossary.")
Dental care is an important part of your overall health and well-being. That's why the county offers you dental coverage that encourages regular preventive care, helps you maintain healthy teeth and gums, and helps you pay for a broad range of other dental services when treatment is needed.
As a benefit-eligible employee, you receive dental benefits through Washington Dental Service (WDS), a member of the Delta Dental Plans Association.
Although WDS administers the payment of claims for this plan, the dental benefits are "self-funded" by King County. This means that the county is financially responsible for and pays all allowable claims and administrative costs associated with the dental plan.
