Piedmont Regional Dental Clinic - Affordable Care Program

Mission:
Piedmont Regional Dental Clinic is a non-profit safety net dental clinic dedicated to providing affordable, high-quality dental care for both children and adults in the region. The clinic's mission is to address the lack of accessible dental care for underserved populations, including low-income individuals and families.

Services Provided

• Comprehensive Dental Care: Offers a full range of dental services for children and adults.
• Affordable Care Program: Designed for low-income individuals and families without dental insurance, providing reduced-cost dental services.
• Medicaid and Insurance Acceptance: Accepts Medicaid, Delta Dental, Anthem, United Concordia, and Care Credit.
• Translation and Adaptive Services: Provides translation services for most languages and accommodations for hearing and vision-impaired patients.
• School-Based Programs: Offers the "Smile Time" program, allowing children to receive dental care at their schools through a simple registration process.

Eligibility and Patient Information

• Eligibility: Services are available to children and adults in the region, including those from Louisa County and surrounding areas. Low-income, uninsured individuals may qualify for the Affordable Care Program.
• Required Documentation: Patients should bring a list of current medications, insurance card (if insured), valid photo ID (for adults), and primary physician’s contact details.
• Missed Appointment Policy: Patients must confirm appointments in advance. Only two missed appointments are allowed in a six-month period; exceeding this may limit access to emergency care or result in discharge from the clinic.

Service Area

• The clinic serves residents of Orange County, Louisa County, and the broader surrounding region, ensuring access to dental care for those who may not otherwise be able to afford it.

Additional Information

• Membership: Proud member of the Virginia Association of Free and Charitable Clinics.
• History: Founded in 2009 to address the regional gap in affordable dental care, with ongoing support from public and private donors.

For further details on eligibility, services, or to register for school-based programs, contact the organization directly.