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MMSD recommends minor dental benefit changes as Delta rates rise about 6%
Summary
Staff recommended two largely cost-neutral dental changes (an evidence-based integrated-care benefit and x-ray coverage aligned to ADA guidance) and recommended budgeting about $3.8 million for the district dental contribution amid a projected 6% rate increase for 2026–27.
District benefits staff told the board that Delta Dental premiums are expected to rise about 6% for 2026–27 and that roughly 3,700—3,800 employees are enrolled in the district dental plans. Staff recommended two plan changes: add an evidence-based integrated-care benefit for people with certain chronic conditions and pregnancy, and reduce x-ray coverage to…
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