Medically Necessary Hospitalization for Dental Care. PIC covers hospitalization for dental care. This is limited to charges incurred by a member who: (1) is a child under age 5; (2) is severely disabled; or (3) has a medical condition unrelated to the dental procedure that requires hospitalization or anesthesia for dental treatment. Coverage is limited to facility and anesthesia charges. Oral surgeon/dentist or dental specialist professional fees are not covered for dental services provided, except as described in item 2 above. The following are examples, though not all-inclusive, of medical conditions that may require hospitalization for dental services: severe asthma, severe airway obstruction or hemophilia. Care must be directed by a physician or by a dentist or dental specialist.
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