DentaQuest earns consecutive URAC Dental Plan Accreditation

This designation demonstrates a meaningful commitment to quality healthcare

WELLESLEY, Mass., Feb. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- DentaQuest, part of Sun Life U.S., today announced it has once again earned full URAC Dental Plan Accreditation. URAC is the independent organization recognized as the leader in promoting healthcare quality by setting high standards for clinical practice, consumer protections, performance measurement, operations infrastructure and risk management. Accreditation by URAC reinforces DentaQuest's ongoing commitment to quality care, efficient and effective processes, and improved patient outcomes.

"This achievement is a testament to DentaQuest's unwavering dedication to excellence in dental care and service," said David Healy, president Dental, Sun Life U.S. "It validates our ongoing efforts to enhance quality, improve outcomes, and deliver exceptional value to our members and partners. As we continue to innovate and grow, this recognition reinforces our position as a leader in dental benefits management and our dedication to improving the oral health of all."

URAC accreditation involves a comprehensive review of an applicant's policies, procedures and other organizational information for achievement in nationally recognized standards, evaluating dental plans alongside other health care organizations. The award is effective through Jan. 1, 2026.

"The URAC Dental Plan seal shows an organization's commitment to high quality in healthcare in the areas of risk management, consumer protection and empowerment, operations and infrastructure, as well as performance management and improvement. We are proud to recognize DentaQuest for their achievement in these areas," said URAC President and CEO Shawn Griffin, MD.

About URAC
Founded in 1990 as a non-profit organization, URAC is the independent leader in promoting health care quality and patient safety through renowned accreditation programs. URAC develops its evidence-based standards in collaboration with a wide array of stakeholders and industry experts. The company's portfolio of accreditation and certification programs spans the health care industry, addressing health equity, workplace mental health, health care management and operations, pharmacies, telehealth, health plans, medical practices and more. URAC accreditation is a symbol of excellence for organizations to showcase their validated commitment to quality and accountability.

About DentaQuest
Sun Life U.S. Dental, which includes DentaQuest, is dedicated to improving the oral health of all through purpose-driven, outcomes-based solutions. We make dental benefits better for everyone through Preventistry^® – an inclusive approach centered on preventive, quality care, expanded access and solutions built on valued relationships across the health care ecosystem. We manage dental and vision benefits for approximately 35 million Americans. For 30 years, we have delivered cost-effective benefit plans and services for employer groups, individuals, health plans, and government-sponsored dental programs. We are the largest Medicaid and CHIP dental benefits administrator in the U.S., by membership. We also support direct patient care through an expanding network of approximately 75 dental practices in underserved communities across the United States. Learn more about Sun Life U.S. Dental at sunlife.com/dental and dentaquest.com.

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