With his state-of-the-art mobile dental unit, Dr. Meeker is able to provide almost any dental service/procedure that a traditional office can provide. This includes, but is not limited to, fillings, dentures, extractions, crowns and bridges, and teeth whitening. If patients require more comprehensive treatment or need ambulatory care, that can be arranged.
Yes. Dr. Meeker's equipment provides the means necessary to treat patients who are bedridden.
No. This is NOT a van operation. Dr. Meeker uses state-of-the-art mobile dental technology that he physically transports into your home, office, or community, allowing him to treat you or your loved ones in the comfort of your own environment.
Yes. Dr. Meeker is comfortable with and able to meet the needs of a dementia client.
Yes. Dr. Meeker is available to partner with local businesses and corporations to provide dental care for their employees, eliminating the need for employees to take personal leave to seek dental care.
No. Dr. Meeker will come to a community for one patient and has done so in the past.
Dr. Meeker does not accept insurance at this time. However, he assists his clients in filing claims by providing them with ledgers (receipts) that indicate the services provided and allows them to submit claims on their own. Clients are then reimbursed directly by their insurance companies.
Section 1862(a)(12) of the Social Security Act provides a blanket exclusion for dental care coverage under Medicare. In other words, Medicare will not cover your fees associated with dental care.
A first visit includes the following: A comprehensive examination with periodontal evaluation, head and neck examination, and oral cancer screening. This first visit typically spans about 60 minutes. Before the completion of your visit, the dentist will explain any existing conditions and recommend the best treatment plan options to restore your smile.
Dr. Meeker will not perform any procedures without prior authorization from a responsible party. He places an emphasis on communication with responsible parties so that they understand, prior to treatment, all treatment options available for their loved ones, what those treatments entail, and the fees associated with each treatment option.
Dr. Meeker makes every effort to treat the emergency at that visit with his primary focus being pain management. If patients require ambulatory care, that can be arranged.
Infection control is extremely important and the service provided is as safe as any traditional dental office. Whenever possible, disposable (one-time use) products are used in the treatment of all patients. All instruments are sterilized after every single use and government standards are met and exceeded with regard to safety, including the provision of safe water.