Q – What if I don’t want to change my benefit?
A – If you don’t want to change your plan, there is nothing you need to do.
Q – I want to switch dental plans
A – Complete the Update Form online and attach any additional information if needed.
Q – What do I do if I never completed a membership/enrollment form?
A – You will need to complete a membership/enrollment form on the CIR website under
- Go to “Members”
- Select your hospital – click go
- Scroll down to “Personal Information Forms “Tab
- Click on “Membership Form” or “Enrollment Form”
- Mail back with of a copy of the marriage certificate and a copy of the birth certificates for eligible dependents (if applicable) to CIR: 10-27 46th Avenue, Suite 300-2, Long Island City, NY 11101, or fax to (212) 356-8181.
Q – Who is considered an eligible dependent?
A – The following are considered eligible dependents:
- Your spouse,
- Dependent children are covered (if registered) up to the end of the year they turn 26,
- Domestic partner (if applicable).
Q – Can I select Managed DentalGuard (MDG) if I or my enrolled dependents live outside the NY, NJ, CT area?
A – No, you must select the DentalGuard Preferred Plan (DGP). The Managed DentalGuard plan is only if you and your dependents live within the tri-state area.
Q – What if my spouse has separate coverage and I want to add them to my dental plan only?
A – You can not enroll your dependents(s) in just the dental plan. Your dependent(s) will have to be enrolled in ALL of the applicable benefits provided.
Q – Can I opt-out of dental?
A – If you opt-out of the dental plan you will be removing yourself and your dependent(s) from ALL the benefits offered.
Q – What if I just need to add a dependent to my plan?
A – Complete the Update Form online and attach any additional information if needed.
Q – When adding or removing a dependent will I receive a new ID card?
A – There will not be a card generated for dependents. Your original card will cover your dependents.
Q – How can I get additional ID cards?
A – Log on to www.guardiananytime.com and register. Create a user name and password, follow the prompts.
