MetLife Dental Family
Part of MetLife, Inc.
Summary
MetLife Dental Family is a specialty plan, part of MetLife, Inc., offering dental coverage across all 50 states + DC. Claims route under payer ID 10134, with 2 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Provider enrollment typically takes 30-60 days, with applications through MetLife Dental Provider Portal, and CAQH is not used. Through clearinghouses it supports eligibility checks, dental claims, and electronic remittance (ERA); ERA enrollment is required and takes several weeks.
At a glance
- Payer ID
10134Also seen as 65978, CX030- Also known as
- MetLife Health Plans, MetLife Services and Solutions, Metropolitan General Insurance Company, SafeGuard Health Plans
- Uses CAQH
- NoApplication route: Payer's own application
- Service area
- All 50 states + DC
Clearinghouse transaction setup
Which EDI transactions this payer supports, and how long clearinghouse enrollment typically takes when it is required.
| Transaction | Enrollment | Typical setup |
|---|---|---|
| Eligibility checks (270/271) | Not required | Immediate |
| Dental claims (837D) | Not required | Immediate |
| ERA / remittance (835) | Required | Several weeks |
Common questions
- What is the payer ID for MetLife Dental Family?
- The payer ID for MetLife Dental Family is 10134. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 65978, CX030.
- How long does MetLife Dental Family provider enrollment take?
- MetLife Dental Family provider enrollment typically takes 30-60 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.
- Does MetLife Dental Family require CAQH?
- No. MetLife Dental Family does not use CAQH. Applications go through its own enrollment process.
- Does MetLife Dental Family require ERA enrollment?
- Yes. MetLife Dental Family requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.
- What states does MetLife Dental Family cover?
- MetLife Dental Family operates in All 50 states + DC. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.
Compiled from public payer resources and clearinghouse catalogs. Details change often, so confirm with the payer before relying on them. Spot something out of date? Tell us and we will fix it.