Professional Educators of North Carolina

Professional Educators of North Carolina

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OR CALL 1-844-385-4359
Mon-Fri 8am-6pm CT
Enroll in Affordable Dental
& Vision plans from PENC
Use your doctor or save up to 50% in-network
400,000 dental & 36,000 vision providers in-network
Yearly maximums up to $2,500.00
No waiting periods on covered services
ENROLL NOW
Your Teeth & Eyes
Will Say Thanks!

Professional Educators of North Carolina (PENC) knows Educators like you. AMBA knows insurance. Together we can provide you with the dental and vision plans you need to keep your teeth and eyes healthy now and for years to come.

Dental Plans That Fit Your Budget
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  • Keep your dentist or choose an In-Network dentist and save
  • Over 400,000 providers to choose from, whether home or away
  • No waiting period on covered services – get access right away
  • Covers exams, cleanings, fillings, crowns, and more
  • High annual maximum that can increase after one year
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Dental Plan Comparison
Gold
Plan
Essential Coverage
Platinum
Plan
Most Comprehensive
Member Only
$29.89/month
$52.71/month
Member +1
$61.48/month
$105.42/month
Member + Family
$79.86/month
$146.70/month
Deductible
$75.00
$75.00
(waived for Preventative services)

Annual Maximums

Gold
Plan
Platinum
Plan
In Network
$1,000.00 per year/person
$1,500.00 per year/person
Out of Network
$1,000.00 per year/person
$1,500.00 per year/person

Rewards

Gold
Plan
Platinum
Plan
Annual Benefit Threshold
$500.00
$750.00
Annual Maximum Benefit
$1,000.00
$1,500.00
Dental Rewards Carry Over
$250.00
$250.00
Year 2 Maximum Benefit
$1,250.00
$1,750.00
Total Maximum Benefit
$2,000.00
$2,500.00

Preventative

X-Rays
M.C.E. $40 (bitewing 4 image)
M.C.E. $73 (panoramic)
Covers 80% (all types)
Routine Cleanings
M.C.E. $60
Covers 100%
Routine Oral Exams
M.C.E. $28
Covers 100%

Basic

Extractions
M.C.E. $77 (simple)
Covers 80%
Fillings
M.C.E. $87 (2 surface amalgam)
M.C.E. $116 (2 surface resin)
Covers 80%
Periodontics
M.C.E. $350 (osseous surgery)
Covers 50%
Root Canal
M.C.E. $501 (premolar tooth)
Covers 50% (all types)
Crown Repair
Not Covered
Covers 80%
Denture Repair
Not Covered
Covers 80%
General Anesthesia
Not Covered
Covers 80%
X-Rays
M.C.E. $40 (bitewing 4 image)
M.C.E. $73 (panoramic)
Covers 80% (all types)

Major

Crown
M.C.E. $392 (full cast noble metal)
Covers 50% (all types)
Dentures
M.C.E. $483 (maxillary)
Covers 50% (all types)
Onlay (2 surface, metallic)
M.C.E. $388
Not Covered
Root Canal
M.C.E. $501 (premolar tooth)
Covers 50% (all types)
Periodontics
M.C.E. $350 (osseous surgery)
Covers 50%

Use your current dentist OR Save 25-50% with a dentist in our network. Find a dentist
(note: Enter zip, select city & state, and Classic PPO network.)

Ameritas Life
Details may vary based on start date. Please note it may take 10-15 days to process your enrollment. You will receive a ‘welcome to the program’ letter which will include your group number and carrier details. Please consult your policy as the final ultimate source of covered services and program details.
Rates valid through January 31st, 2025.
A Vision Plan With A Clear Difference
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Get quality coverage on the vision services you need:

  • Thousands of eye doctors nationwide
  • Covers in & out of network
  • Eyeglasses, contact lenses and more
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Choice Vision Plan

Member Only
$12.72/month
Member +1
$22.3/month
Member + Family
$27.75/month
Exam Copay:
$15
Glasses Copay:
$25
Frames Allowance:
$150
Featured Frames Allowance:
$170
Contacts Allowance:
$150

Quality Coverage With Low Copays

  • WellVision Exam every 12 months with $15 copay.
  • Contact Lens Exam every 12 months
  • Glasses with a $25 copay, 20% savings on additional glasses.
  • Lenses every 12 months: 100% coverage on most
  • Frames every 24 months: up to $170, then 20% off
  • Up to 30% savings on anti-reflective & UV coating
  • Additional Savings: 20% savings on additional glasses, 15% savings on contact lens exam, contact lens rebates and more!
    • 100% Coverage On Standard Progressive Lenses
    • 20-25% saving on non-covered lens enhancements such as anti-reflective and UV coating
    • Single Vision, Lined Bifocal, and Lined Trifocal Lenses
  • Find Your Eye Doctor
Plus generous out-of-network reimbursements
  • Exam up to $45
  • Lined Trifocal Lenses up to $65
  • Frame up to $70
  • Progressive Lenses up to $50
  • Single Vision Lenses up to $30
  • Contacts up to $105
  • Lined Bifocal Lenses up to $50

Use the largest independent doctor network in the country plus retailers you know:

Costco Walmart VisionWorks Eyeonic
VSP
Details may vary based on start date. Upon enrollment you will receive a ‘welcome to the program’ letter then you will receive your full policy documents and ID cards. Please consult your policy as the final ultimate source of covered services and program details.

Select a Dental or Vision plan to continue.

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