Notice: Tulane is partnering with Verifi1 to conduct a dependent eligibility audit for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. Emails from NoReply@Verifi1.com and mailed letters are legitimate and part of an official university initiative. All required documentation must be submitted to Verifi1 by September 5, 2025. Read the full announcement here

Dental & Vision Benefit Rates

Below is a quick overview of Dental and Vision benefits for 2025. Expand each section for details and paycheck deductions. 

If you’d like to download a PDF copy of your medical and prescription rates, click here.

Dental Benefits

BenefitLow PlanHigh Plan
Annual/Calendar Year Maximum$1,000$1,500
Annual/Calendar Year Deductible (Individual/Family)$50 / $150$50 / $150
Preventive Services100%100%
Basic Services80%80%
Major ServicesNot Covered50%
Orthodontia Lifetime Maximum (Under 19)Not Covered$1,500 Lifetime Max

Monthly Paycheck Deductions

Coverage LevelLow PlanHigh Plan
Employee Only$16.41$21.86
Employee + Spouse$33.91$45.18
Employee + Child(ren)$36.26$48.32
Family$59.58$79.39

*See plan documents under benefits for full details.

Vision Benefits

BenefitIn-Network Member CostOut-of-Network Reimbursement
Exam$0 CopayUp to $40
Lenses$20 Copay (Standard)
$85–$130 Copay (Progressive)
Up to $40
Frames$150 allowance; 20% off remaining balanceUp to $80
Contact Lenses Instead of Glasses Members cannot use the frame and contact allowance in the same year
Conventional/Disposable$130 allowance; 15% off remaining balanceUp to $120
Medically Necessary Contacts$0 CopayUp to $200

Members cannot use the frame allowance and the contact lens allowance in the same year. ID card not required for vision services.

Monthly Paycheck Deductions

Coverage LevelMonthly Cost
Employee Only$5.59
Employee + Spouse$10.62
Employee + Child(ren)$11.18
Family$16.43

Controlling Health Care Costs

  • Use network providers to receive a higher level of benefits.
  • Request generic medications when appropriate; they’re often considerably less expensive.
  • See your family physician when possible; many conditions can be treated without a specialist.
  • Exercise and maintain a proper diet to help reduce doctor visits and prescriptions.
  • Participate in the TU Wellness Program; see the wellness section for details.

If you’d like to download a PDF copy of your medical and prescription rates, click here.