Delta Dental Of Illinois

What Delta Dental Of Illinois does

Delta Dental of Illinois is a privately held dental and vision insurance carrier headquartered in Naperville, Illinois, founded in 1967 and operating as a member company of the Delta Dental Plans Association, the national network of independent Delta Dental entities. The company serves Illinois residents and employers through three core dental product structures: Delta Dental PPO (deepest in-network discounts), Delta Dental Premier (broader network with maximum plan allowances), and DeltaCare, a Dental HMO-style plan requiring primary dentist selection. Vision coverage is delivered under the DeltaVision brand through wholly-owned subsidiary ProTec Insurance Company in association with the EyeMed Vision Care provider network.

The business is built on a multi-channel distribution model: direct-to-consumer website sales for individuals and families, employer-sponsored small group and large group plans, and broker-mediated sales, with dedicated web portals for members, employers, brokers, group administrators, and dentists. Technology components include the Member Connection portal for benefits and claims access, electronic EOB delivery, native iOS and Android mobile applications, and Delta Dental Virtual Visits, a 24/7 teledentistry service delivered in partnership with Teledentistry.com. The company is HIPAA, HITECH, and GLBA compliant, maintains a Civil Rights Coordinator function, and supports the Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation and a long-standing relationship with the UIC College of Dentistry for provider pipeline development.

Revenue is generated almost entirely through recurring subscription premiums from individual, small group, and large group dental and vision policies, with group plans billed monthly. Pricing is quote-based and varies by plan tier, network selection (PPO vs. Premier), deductible structure, and geography; pricing is not publicly disclosed. The company does not disclose revenue, premium volume, or member counts in available source material, and no funding rounds, M&A activity, or leadership changes are recorded in the input data. The current strategic emphasis appears to be a phased multi-portal system upgrade and continued ecosystem partnerships (Teledentistry.com, EyeMed, Dental Lifeline Network, UIC) rather than geographic or vertical expansion beyond Illinois.

Name

Delta Dental Of Illinois

Legal name

Delta Dental of Illinois

Website

https://deltadentalil.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Delta Dental of Illinois is a private dental and vision insurance carrier serving Illinois individuals, families, and employer groups through PPO, Premier, HMO, and DeltaVision plans, distributed via direct, employer, and broker channels, and affiliated with the Delta Dental Plans Association.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dental Insurance

NAICS

Direct Health and Medical Insurance Carriers (524114)

SIC

Insurance Agents, Brokers & Service (6411)

akta.pro primary industry

Employer-Sponsored Dental & Vision (Group) (FSAIAHAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Group Dental Plans (Employer-Sponsored) (HLAEAIAG), Stand-Alone Dental Plans (Individual/Family) (HLAEAIAF), Individual Dental & Vision Plans (FSAIAHAI), Combined Dental & Vision Insurance (FSAIAHAC)

Keywords

• Dental insurance plans
• Vision insurance plans
• Group dental benefits
• PPO dental coverage
• Employer dental benefits

Headquarters

HQ city

Naperville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Individual Dental and Vision Insurance Premiums: Recurring premium payments from individuals and families who purchase dental and vision coverage directly for themselves and their dependents. Plans are offered for individuals and families seeking comprehensive dental and vision coverage.
2. Group Dental and Vision Insurance Premiums: Recurring premium payments from employers who sponsor dental and vision benefits for their employees. Plans are offered to both small group (small businesses) and large group (enterprise) employers.
3. DeltaVision Plans: Standalone vision insurance plans provided through ProTec Insurance Company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Delta Dental of Illinois, in association with EyeMed Vision Care networks. Offered as part of individual or group coverage.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Delta Dental of Illinois sells dental and vision insurance plans to Illinois residents and employers. It offers individual and family plans, small and large group employer-sponsored plans, and DeltaVision vision coverage through EyeMed networks. Plans are delivered through PPO, Premier, and DHMO (DeltaCare) network options with member portals, mobile apps, and 24/7 teledentistry access.

Product overview

Delta Dental of Illinois is a dental and vision insurance provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of products. The core offerings include Delta Dental PPO plans (highest savings), Delta Dental Premier plans (broad network), and DeltaCare (HMO-style) dental plans, alongside DeltaVision vision coverage provided through EyeMed Vision Care. These are complemented by digital service modules including Member Connection (online portal), Delta Dental Virtual Visits (teledentistry via Teledentistry.com), mobile applications for iOS and Android, and value-add programs like Smile Perks and Enhanced Benefits. The company serves individuals/families purchasing directly, as well as small and large employer groups through broker relationships.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DeltaVision: Vision insurance benefit plans provided in partnership with EyeMed Vision Care networks through ProTec Insurance Company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Delta Dental of Illinois.

Products and services

• Individual and Family Dental and Vision Plans Dental and vision insurance plans designed for Illinois individuals and families, available for purchase directly or through the marketplace. Cover preventive care, basic procedures, major services, and orthodontics.
• Small and Large Group Employer Plans Employer-sponsored dental and vision benefit plans for Illinois businesses of various sizes (small group for small businesses, large group for 50+ employee employers). Includes group administrator access, customizable plan designs, and broker support.
• DeltaVision Plans Standalone vision insurance plans providing coverage for eye exams, prescription lenses, and frames, offered in partnership with EyeMed Vision Care networks and underwritten by ProTec Insurance Company, a wholly-owned subsidiary.
• Delta Dental PPO Plans Preferred Provider Organization dental insurance plans offering the deepest discounts through in-network dentists, with reduced fees accepted as payment in full.
• Delta Dental Premier Plans Dental plans serving as a safety net to the PPO network, offering broader provider access with maximum plan allowances as payment in full.
• DeltaCare Dental HMO HMO-style dental plan requiring members to select a primary dentist who refers them to specialists, with coverage for out-of-area emergencies.

Quantifiable outcome

• Delta Dental PPO network dentists save members the most money by agreeing to reduced PPO fees as payment in full
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Dental Lifeline NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Delta Dental and Dental Lifeline Network celebrate their partnership supporting the oral health of America's veterans. The partnership provides access to oral health care for veterans who face challenges obtaining necessary dental treatment. The partnership has been active for five years as of 2024.
• Teledentistry.comcoreTechnology or IntegrationDelta Dental Virtual Visits is delivered in partnership with Teledentistry.com, providing 24/7 access to dentists for Delta Dental of Illinois members. This teledentistry platform allows members to receive immediate dental consultations via smartphone, tablet, or computer with audio/visual capabilities.
• EyeMed Vision CarecoreTechnology or IntegrationVision provider network for DeltaVision plans. EyeMed provides the network of vision providers for eye exams, prescription lenses, and frames. The vision provider locator is hosted at eyedoclocator.eyemedvisioncare.com.
• Delta Dental Plans AssociationflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerDelta Dental of Illinois is a member company of Delta Dental Plans Association. Through this national network of Delta Dental companies, dental coverage is available in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and other U.S. territories. Delta Dental Plans Association provides brand, standards, and network infrastructure.
• University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) College of DentistrycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDelta Dental of Illinois has a long-standing relationship with UIC College of Dentistry, supporting the training and development of future Illinois dentists. Delta Dental of Illinois supports tomorrow's dentists through this partnership.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Anthem (Elevance Health): Blue Cross Blue Shield licensee with dental product lines sold into Illinois group accounts, leveraging medical cross-sell and broad network assets.
• Guardian Life Insurance: Mutual insurer offering dental benefits as part of a broader employee benefits portfolio, often distributed through Illinois brokers alongside Delta Dental of Illinois.
• Sun Life U.S. (DentaQuest): Sun Life U.S. owns DentaQuest, one of the largest dental benefits administrators in the U.S., directly competing for Medicaid, Marketplace, and group dental business in Illinois.
• Cigna Group: National health and benefits carrier with a significant dental benefits line that competes directly for Illinois employer group accounts, often bundled with medical products.
• MetLife: Large global insurer with U.S. dental benefits offerings competing in the Illinois group and individual markets through broker and employer channels.
• Aetna (CVS Health): Major U.S. health insurer under CVS Health offering dental benefits, often bundled with medical plans and pharmacy, competing for Illinois employer business.
• Humana: National health and supplemental benefits carrier with employer-sponsored dental offerings overlapping Delta Dental of Illinois' group segment.
• UnitedHealthcare (Optum): Largest U.S. health insurer with a broad dental benefits business; competes in Illinois via bundled employer offerings and large-scale provider networks.

Direct peers

• Delta Dental of California: Sister Delta Dental member company operating the same product suite (PPO, Premier, HMO, vision) in a different state. Most direct comparable in business model, distribution channels, and technology stack.
• Delta Dental of Michigan: Regional Delta Dental member company with overlapping PPO/Premier network products and similar employer/individual distribution model serving a different state.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/deltadentalil
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/DeltaDentalIllinois/featured
• Facebookfacebook.com/DeltaDentalIL
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/1283212
• Instagraminstagram.com/deltadentalil

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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