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Aetna Dental Customer Service

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Aetna Dental Customer Service number

800-451-7715
Toll-free·Calls Dental Customer Service· See main phone number & contact info
Q:

How do I talk to a human at this Aetna number?

A:Press 0 twice for dental benefits for dental providers/customer service
Q:

Does this phone number work 24/7?

A:Yes! This phone number operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The least busy day is Tuesday, and the most busy day is Monday. See below for more and to learn where this data comes from.
Q:

How long will I have to wait to speak to Aetna Dental Customer Service?

A:The average hold time is 12 minutes. The longest hold times are on Tuesday, and the shortest are on Thursday.

All Aetna customer service contact information

This is the #3 most popular Aetna phone number out of 4. Click above to go back to the main customer service number and other contact information, including Aetna email addresses, twitter handles, and live chat options.

More Aetna Customer Phone Numbers

Member Services

877-204-9186
Main phone number · Toll-free · 24 hours, 7 days · Must choose option 1-3, then hold on the line until you are transferred. · AT&T - To set up new service for home, press 5. To set up new service for your business, press 6. Current customers, press 7.

PPO Member Services

866-565-1236
Toll-free · 24 hours, 7 days · Calling this Aetna number should go right to a real human being · To make a payment, press 1. All other callers, please remain on the line.

Billing

888-218-1276
Toll-free · Mon-Fri 10am – 8pm EST · Press 1 ·

How do I get through the phone menu to a real live person?

GetHuman researchers routinely call this Aetna phone number to document the phone system.
Here is our latest tip for weaving through the phone menu to get to a real person the fastest:  Press 0 twice for dental benefits for dental providers/customer service
Here is how our research team describes the way the Aetna phone system greets you:  National Dentist Line - Say or enter your NTI or your tax ID.
Below are some clips we've found from Aetna's phone menus and tips that help give an idea of what you will encounter when you call. We've highlighted why they are important as well:

They may ask you to say or enter information

"Thank you for calling Aetna's National Dental line. To improve our service, your call will be monitored and recorded. Did you know that our dental portal has been updated to offer a broader selection of procedure codes and more detailed benefits?
Please visit itna dental dot com to obtain eligibility and benefits offered through dental exchange. Please say or enter your NPI or tax ID."
Excerpt from a call with Aetna
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 10:23 AM

What are the hours and when should I call?

Aetna operates the call center for this 800-451-7715 phone number 24 hours, 7 days.  The short answer is that you should call on a Tuesday. This observation and the following section are based on analysis of a sample set of 6,026 calls made in the last 90 days using our free, web-based phone (see above).
An important note: busy times vs hold times vs best time to call
When we refer to busy or less busy times, we are talking about the volume of calls. The busiest times are when the most people are calling this Aetna phone number (least busy times have fewer people calling). This high call volume does not necessarily mean that you will have a long hold time when you call. Companies like Aetna staff their call centers differently based on the time of day and day of the week, so you may experience a shorter wait on hold at the busiest of times. When we refer to the best time to call, we are referring to the optimal combination of lower call volume and shorter wait times.

The least busy time to call

The least busy day to call Aetna is Tuesday. The most busy day to call Aetna is Monday.  Again, this is based on a sample of 6,026 calls made with our AI-powered, web-based phone in the last 90 days.

The shortest wait on hold

We measured the shortest hold times to be on Thursday. The longest wait in the queue on average occurs on Tuesday. 

The best time to call

In summation, the best day to call Aetna is Tuesday.  This is not the day with the shortest wait on hold in the phone system, but we still recommend it for its ideal combination of low call volume and short hold times. Plus we believe that Aetna staffs the call center well on Tuesday.

Calling this Aetna Customer Number

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Aetna is a major health insurance and benefits company in the United States. With millions of plan members and in-network health care professionals, it isn't surprising that Aetna receives a lot of customer service calls each and every day.

Why Do People Call Aetna Customer Support?

People call Aetna customer support for a range of reasons, including:

  • Modifying or ending insurance or benefit plans
  • Questions about coverage
  • Help with locating an in-network health care professional
  • Tracking or appealing a claim
  • Technical support in using Aetna's website
  • Finding out whether a prescription drug is covered under a pharmacy plan

Best Practices for Calling Aetna Customer Service

There are several things you can do to help ensure that your call to Aetna is resolved quickly and professionally:

  • Make sure you are calling the correct number. Aetna has different contact information for different programs and services.
  • Before calling, assemble necessary information and documentation. This may include your member ID card, a description of benefits, contact information for your health care provider, relevant correspondence and billing statements.
  • Have a way to take notes during your call. Notes can be helpful if you have to call Aetna back or escalate your case.

How do Consumers Feel About Calling Aetna Customer Service?

Aetna is committed to providing quality customer service and has invested heavily in online and phone-based customer experience tools. In general, callers to Aetna are satisfied with the service that they receive.

What Kind of Issues can Aetna Customer Service Representative Resolve?

An Aetna Customer service representative can resolve a range of issues, including providing callers with information about their coverage, checking on the status of claim processing, and updating personal information, such as changing addresses and phone numbers.

Aetna customer service representatives can also provide information about prescription drug coverage and whether a particular provider is in your network. Getting answers to your questions before scheduling a visit or attempting to purchase a prescription drug can save you both time and money, particularly if your prescription or choice of provider is not covered by your Aetna plan.

What Can't Be Resolved With a Call to Aetna Customer Service?

Aetna customer service representatives are not medical professionals and cannot diagnose medical issues or provide medical advice. While the Aetna does offer a nurse hotline, the nurses who staff this line provide information only, and cannot tell you how to manage your health issues.

It should also be noted that Aetna customer service agents do not make decisions about whether to approve or reject a claim or treatment. They are unable to resolve these issues on your behalf.

What Should You Do If You Have an Unsuccessful Call with Aetna?

Sometimes, customer service calls don't go the way you want them to. If this happens with a call to Aetna customer service, don't fret. You have options for getting answers to your questions or issues resolved.

First, review the notes that you took during your call. If you did not take notes while speaking with Aetna customer service, jot down what you remember from the conversation. Having the facts in front of you will make it easier to stay on topic when you contact Aetna again.

Next, call Aetna back. Customer service representatives have different levels of training and experience, and the next person you speak to might be in a better position to resolve your concerns.

If another call to Aetna does not resolve your issues, try a different way of getting in touch. Aetna offers live chat and email customer service options to its members. Using either one of these options has the benefit of providing you with a transcript of your communication with Aetna.

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