Booking your child's first dental visit shouldn't come with a guessing game about what your insurance will actually pay. Fox Pediatric Dentistry is in-network with Team Care, which means your family gets the full benefit of your contracted rate — no surprises at checkout, no chasing reimbursements on your own.
When you come in, our front desk team takes care of the insurance side of things so you can focus on your child. We'll verify your benefits, submit your claims, and walk you through any costs before treatment starts. Dr. Vidhee Shah, Dr. Justin Baik, and Dr. Shivani Shah all work closely with families to make sure kids get the care they need in a way that fits your plan.
We're located at 400 S Randall Rd in Elgin, and we're currently welcoming new patients. If you're ready to get your child scheduled, you can book online anytime or give us a call — we'd love to meet your family.
What Does Your Team Care Plan Cover at Our Office?
Team Care is a traditional PPO plan, so it typically organizes coverage into a few tiers based on the type of care your child needs. Preventive services — things like routine cleanings, exams, and X-rays — are usually covered at the highest level, often at little to no cost when you're seeing an in-network provider. That's by design. Insurers want kids coming in regularly, and your plan is built to support that.
For basic restorative work — like fillings or simple extractions — your plan usually covers a portion of the cost after your deductible is met. Major services, such as crowns or more involved procedures, are also typically covered, though at a lower percentage and sometimes subject to your annual maximum. Every Team Care plan can vary based on your employer's specific contract, so the exact numbers depend on your individual policy. What we can tell you is that being in-network here means you're working with the contracted rate your plan has already negotiated — which keeps your share as low as it's supposed to be.
Services Your Team Care Plan Covers at Fox Pediatric Dentistry
Your Team Care benefits can be used for a wide range of pediatric dental services here in Elgin. Routine preventive visits — including comprehensive exams, professional cleanings, and digital X-rays — are where most families start, and your plan typically covers these well. Beyond that, your plan can apply to tooth-colored fillings when a cavity needs attention, stainless steel or pediatric crowns when a tooth needs more protection, and extractions when a tooth can't be saved. Fluoride treatments and dental sealants are also commonly covered for kids, and those are services Dr. Shah, Dr. Baik, and Dr. Shivani Shah use regularly to help protect growing smiles.
A few things are worth knowing upfront. Cosmetic-only treatments aren't typically covered under a PPO like Team Care, since coverage is tied to dental necessity. Orthodontic treatment — like braces or clear aligners — may have a separate lifetime benefit or may not be included at all, depending on your specific plan. Some major procedures may also require prior authorization before we move forward. We'll always check on that ahead of time so you know where you stand before any work begins.
Fox Pediatric Dentistry Is an In-Network Team Care Provider
Being in-network with Team Care isn't just a label — it has a real impact on what you pay. Because Fox Pediatric Dentistry has a direct contract with Team Care, we've agreed to pre-negotiated fees for covered services. That means your plan pays its share based on those contracted rates, and you pay the difference — which is typically much less than it would be at an out-of-network office.
If you were to see a provider outside the Team Care network, you'd still have benefits, but your out-of-pocket costs would likely be higher. Coming here keeps your family on the in-network side of things, where your plan is designed to work best.
How to Check Your Team Care Benefits Before Your First Visit
Before your child's appointment, it's worth taking a few minutes to confirm what your plan covers. Flip over your Team Care insurance card and look for the member services phone number — that's your direct line to your insurer. When you call, have your member ID and group number ready, along with the name of the practice (Fox Pediatric Dentistry) or our NPI if they ask for it. You'll want to ask about your annual maximum, your deductible, and what percentage your plan pays for preventive versus restorative services. It takes maybe ten minutes and saves a lot of questions later.
You can also log into your plan's online member portal if Team Care offers one through your employer — most PPO plans let you check your remaining benefits and claims history right there. And if you'd rather not deal with any of that on your own, our front desk is genuinely happy to help. Bring your insurance card to your first visit and we'll look everything up for you. You're also welcome to call us ahead of time at (224) 470-7639 with any questions — we're here Monday through Friday and always glad to talk through the details.
Why Elgin Families Bring Their Kids to Fox Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Vidhee Shah, Dr. Justin Baik, and Dr. Shivani Shah built this practice around one simple idea: kids deserve a dental office that actually feels good to walk into. The team here works hard to make sure every child — whether it's their first visit or their tenth — feels comfortable and safe. Parents tell us all the time that their kids actually look forward to coming back, which is honestly the highest compliment we can get.
Fox Pediatric Dentistry is conveniently located on Randall Road in Elgin, making it easy to fit a visit into a busy week. We're open Monday through Friday, we're accepting new patients, and we're always happy to answer questions about your Team Care plan before you even walk through the door. Call us at (224) 470-7639 or book online when you're ready.
Ready to get your child scheduled? Call us at (224) 470-7639 or book online — we're welcoming new patients and would love to see your family.
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