PFRPA Partners with Delta Dental to Enhance Dental Care for Retired NFL Players

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PFRPA, the national organization that develops programs and benefits for retired NFL players, has announced a new partnership with Delta Dental, the nation's leading provider of dental insurance. This agreement will see Delta Dental become the new administrator of the PFRPA Dental Plan, one of the Association's flagship benefits offerings. The partnership will offer even more unprecedented coverage to the more than 10,200 retired NFL players comprising PFRPA's membership, as well as their spouses.

Key Takeaways:

  • The partnership between PFRPA and Delta Dental will provide enhanced dental care to over 10,200 retired NFL players and their spouses.
  • Delta Dental will become the new administrator of the PFRPA Dental Plan, offering comprehensive coverage with a strong focus on preventive care.
  • PFRPA members and their spouses will have access to informational resources, an online portal, a dedicated mobile app, and telehealth dentistry services.
  • The partnership reflects PFRPA's continued commitment to bettering the lives of its members and their families.
  • PFRPA has over 10,200 retired player members and over 3,500 player spouses enrolled in its insurance benefits.
  • Delta Dental has a strong reputation for providing high-quality, cost-effective dental plans, serving over two million members in Virginia and over 78 million people nationwide.

Statistics:

  • Over 10,200 retired NFL players comprise PFRPA's membership.
  • Over 3,500 player spouses are enrolled in PFRPA's insurance benefits.
  • Delta Dental has served over two million members in Virginia.
  • Delta Dental member companies serve over 78 million people in more than 175,000 groups nationwide.
  • Delta Dental has invested over $14 million to create healthy smiles in Virginia through improved access to oral health care, education, and research.

Sources:

  • Publication date: August 1, 2025, PRNewswire.
  • PFRPA press release announcing partnership with Delta Dental.
  • Pro Football Retired Players Association (PFRPA) website.
  • Delta Dental of Virginia website.
  • Delta Dental Plans Association (DDPA) website.