Medicaid Dentist in NJ
NÜVA Smile is a participating NJ FamilyCare/Medicaid dental provider across New Jersey. Covered checkups, cleanings, fillings, and root canals — no referral needed. We verify your coverage before your first visit.
✓ No referral required ✓ Adults & children welcome ✓ Coverage verified before your visit
NJ FamilyCare and Medicaid Plans We Accept
NÜVA Smile accepts all five NJ FamilyCare managed care plans plus fee-for-service Medicaid for both adult and child members.
Bring your member ID card to every appointment. We will verify your benefits in advance.
Dental Services Covered by NJ FamilyCare
NJ FamilyCare covers preventive, restorative, surgical, and medically necessary dental care — and NÜVA Smile handles prior authorization for you.
Adult vs. Children's Medicaid Dental Coverage in NJ
Members under 21 receive broader, federally protected benefits through EPSDT; adult coverage is comprehensive but subject to plan limits.
How to Find a Medicaid Dentist Near You in NJ
Check your card, search your plan’s directory, confirm, and book a Medicaid dentist near you. NJ FamilyCare needs no referral.
What to Bring to Your First Visit
Two items are essential; the rest help us plan your care.
- ☑ NJ FamilyCare member ID
- ☑ Photo ID (confirms your identity)
- ☑ Current medication list
- ☑ Past dental records
- ☑ Your coverage questions
Medicaid Dentist Locations Across New Jersey
NÜVA Smile treats NJ FamilyCare members from North Jersey to South Jersey — no referral needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. We fit in emergency cases fast for severe pain, a knocked-out tooth, or swelling. Call, name your plan, and we will confirm coverage and schedule you.
Yes, many offices offer early, evening, or weekend hours. Call your nearest office to check times.
Yes. NJ FamilyCare members can change dentists at any time — no referral required.
Two cleanings and two exams per year for most members, typically with no copay. Children may qualify for more under EPSDT.
It’s your plan’s pre-approval for procedures like crowns, dentures, and braces. We submit, track, and update you. Timing varies by plan.
Yes. Your other coverage pays first; NJ FamilyCare pays second. We handle both claims.
Yes. We welcome patients of all abilities. Call ahead to discuss accommodations.
Yes. Our team speaks Spanish, Polish, Russian, Ukrainian, Arabic, Creole, Mandarin, and Korean.
Yes — full and partial dentures with prior authorization, and replacements based on medical necessity.
Your NJ FamilyCare Coverage Starts Working Today
No referral. No guesswork. We verify your benefits before your visit.
