Hygienists and assistants are in high demand, and large DSOs compete hard for them. A strong benefits package helps your independent dental practice recruit, retain clinical staff, and stay competitive.
Independent dental offices are up against large groups that can dangle benefits packages. Matching them on health coverage keeps your hygienists and assistants from walking.
Because you already understand the value of benefits, we make it easy to bundle medical with dental, vision, and life into one competitive package for your team.
There is no single right plan. We compare every structure and show you the real numbers so you can pick what fits your team and budget.
The traditional group plan. Predictable monthly premiums, strong carrier networks, and simple administration for your team.
Most familiar
Fixed monthly cost with a potential refund if your team stays healthy. Often the best value for younger, healthier groups.
Cost savings
Reimburse employees tax free for individual plans they choose. Budget control for you, flexibility for your team.
Flexible budget
Round out your package with ancillary benefits that cost little but mean a lot when recruiting and keeping staff.
Complete packageFrom solo practices to multi-chair offices, here is what we help solve for dental employers.
Large groups recruit with benefits. Matching them keeps your team in your chairs.
Hygienists and assistants are scarce. A benefits package widens your candidate pool.
You do not need a big staff. Plans work for practices with as few as two employees.
We structure plans that cover you as the owner and your team in a tax-smart way.
A quick call about your team size, budget, and what you want the plan to do for you.
We pull quotes across every major carrier and plan structure, side by side with real numbers.
You choose the plan that fits. We handle enrollment, employee questions, and the paperwork.
We manage renewals, adds and drops, and keep your costs in check year after year.
Real pricing depends on your team, location, and plan, but here is a realistic range so you know what to expect. Most employers cover part of the premium and employees pay the rest.
| Coverage | Typical Monthly Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Per employee, single | $350 to $650 | Split between employer and employee |
| Level funded group | Often 10 to 30 percent less | Possible refund if claims stay low |
| ICHRA | You set the budget | Reimburse a fixed amount tax free |
| Dental and vision add-on | $8 to $30 per person | Low cost, high impact for retention |
"I lost two hygienists to a DSO before adding benefits. Now my offer matches theirs and my team is stable."
"Bundling medical, dental, and vision into one plan made my office look as strong as the big groups."
"VS Health Benefits handled setup for my five-person office and found a tax-smart structure for me as the owner."
Yes. Practices with as few as two employees can qualify for group or level funded coverage. We match the plan to your team size and budget.
Most group plans require at least two enrolled employees, which covers the great majority of independent practices. ICHRA can work for very small or solo setups.
Yes, and most practices do. Bundling medical, dental, vision, and life into one package is simple to administer and strengthens your recruiting offer.
Employer contributions to employee premiums are generally tax deductible, and some small practices qualify for the Small Business Health Care Tax Credit. Confirm specifics with your accountant.
Single coverage commonly runs about 350 to 650 dollars per month, usually shared with the employee. Level funded plans can cost less for a healthy team. We show exact numbers free.
Free consult. No pressure. No fees. We do the comparison for you and handle the setup.