Dental Providers

Grow your practice and develop lasting relationships

Join one of Arizona’s largest pre-paid dental provider networks—Employers Dental Services (EDS). We contract with more than 2,500 large and small Arizona employers, and serve more than 72,000 members.

You’ll be part of a network that’s committed to providing high-quality, affordable dental care for all our members. We forge strong relationships with our providers—and encourage you and your patients to do the same.

As a provider in our network, you’ll enjoy:

  • Membership in one of the largest pre-paid dental networks in Arizona
  • Publication in our online and printed directories
  • High-quality, highly vetted provider membership
  • Dedicated Provider Relations department
  • Competitive compensation program

Working with Employers Dental Services

When you’re a part of our network, we’ll help make your job easier. Keep us up to date on your practice, so our members can easily find you.

Office address changes

If you need to change your practice’s address, email EDS Provider Relations. Include your office name, address, and phone number.

Patient records

Arizona state law requires dental providers to keep and maintain patient records, including X-rays (radiographs), according to Arizona Revised Statutes Title 32-1264.

Patients who are moving, seeking a second opinion, changing dentists, etc., can request copies of their records. If your office charges a fee for this service, EDS members will pay for record transfer–duplication as outlined in their plan’s Enrollment & Coverage Guide.

Employers Dental Services (EDS) Network Credentialing policies and procedures for applicants  

Applicants must complete an initial application providing general information.  Applicants are also required to submit supplemental information.  

The application and supplemental information is reviewed for completeness and if needed, EDS will request additional information from the applicant. 

The information is verified with various agencies and then reviewed under the direction of the Dental Director and/or Peer Review Committee to make the final credentialing decision. 

The applicant will be notified in writing of the final credentialing decision.

We require a completed application along with:

  • Clear copies of: current state(s) license, individual NPI, current federal DEA certificate, professional liability insurance as well as your current board certificate and specialty diploma(s), if applicable.
Request materials

From credentialing paperwork to a current EDS member eligibility roster, we'll get you what you need.  

Contact EDS

Phone

Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m-3p.m.
(Arizona time)

  • Tucson: 520-696-4343 | Fax: 866-814-8023
  • Phoenix: 800-722-9772 | Fax: 866-814-8023
  • Arizona statewide: 800-722-9772

Email

EDS Provider Relations: 
EDSProviders@principal.com

Mail

Employers Dental Services
9445 Farnham Street, Suite 100
San Diego, CA 92123

Employers Dental Services, Inc., is a member of the Principal Financial Group®.

This is an advertisement for a pre-paid dental plan. Dental Plan offered by Employers Dental Services, Tucson, AZ 85718. This plan is licensed by the AZ Dept of Insurance as a pre-paid dental plan. Members enroll in the plan for a monthly fee. Members select a dentist from a list of contracted dentists who have agreed to charge the “Member Cost” fee for services. A member pays the “Member Cost” at the time of service. Additional terms and conditions may apply. For cost and coverage details, refer to your EDS Enrollment and Coverage Guide. Available only in Arizona.

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