NIHB Handbook - First Nations Health Council

2. 2. All basic treatment needs must be addressed before major procedures are requested(e.g. crowns and fixed or removable prostheses).3. Each treatment plan is reviewed on an individual basis by the regional dental consultant.In the review, consideration is given to:a) the patient’s oral hygiene status, periodontal condition, and dental history;b) the Non-Insured Health Benefits policy; andc) any other comments noted by the dentist or denturist.A complete treatment plan (provided by your dentist to NIHB) should outline all dentalneeds of the patient, for example a complete treatment plan should include:a) exam,b) x-rays,c) restorative,d) preventative,e) orthodontic (if under the age of 18), andf) any adjunctive requirements.It also may include a notation of treatment in progress made by your dental care provider.About the Predetermination Process1. More extensive procedures require predetermination or prior approval.2. Predetermination is a review by FNIHB of the individual’s proposed treatment plan submittedby the dental provider (dentist or denturist) to the Regional Dental Officer/consultant prior tothe commencement of treatment. It will include a proposed dollar cost, x-rays and relevanttreatment comments.3. Emergency dental services do not require predetermination. These consist of acute dentalproblems including associated examinations and radiographs, procedures for the immediaterelief of pain and infection, arresting haemorrhage, and preliminary care of trauma tothe mouth.For additional informationReview the Dental Benefits at the address below.http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fnihb/nihb/dental/index.htmOrthodontic Benefits – Questions and Answers for Patientshttp://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fnih-spni/pubs/dent/ortho-individual-beneficiaires/index_e.htmlCall your First Nations & Inuit Health Branch (FNIHB) regional office or a designated FirstNations health authority. Please refer to the contact list included on the page 32 ofthis handbook.9