October 30, 2025 – Virginia Governmental Employee Association (VGEA)
Unlock Your VGEA Value! New Dental & Vision Plans Are Here!
The VGEA is thrilled to announce a significant expansion of member benefits: brand-new, affordable Dental and Vision plans are now officially approved by the Commonwealth of Virginia and ready for immediate enrollment.
In today’s environment, state-provided benefits often leave gaps that hit your wallet hard. As your advocate, VGEA is committed to bridging those gaps. We’ve partnered with AMBA to bring you exclusive, group-rate dental and vision coverage designed specifically for the needs of Virginia state employees and retirees.
The Dental Coverage That Puts You First
Our new dental plans, underwritten by Ameritas Life, focus on accessibility and comprehensive coverage from day one. Say goodbye to the stress of major dental costs and long waiting periods.
Key Dental Features:
- No Waiting Periods on covered preventive services (like cleanings and exams). Get access to care right away.
- Use Your Dentist: Maintain your relationship with your current provider or save significantly by choosing from over 400,000 in-network dental providers nationwide.
- High Annual Maximums: Benefit from annual maximums up to $3,200.00, depending on the plan you choose.
- Comprehensive Care: Coverage includes everything from routine cleanings to major procedures like crowns, root canals, and even implants (available in the Premier Plan).
Clear Vision, Clear Savings
Our new Vision plans offer the flexibility and allowances you need to keep your eyes healthy without breaking your budget. With thousands of eye doctors nationwide, you’re covered whether you’re in or out of network.
Key Vision Features:
- Comprehensive Allowances: Frame allowances up to $220.00 and contacts allowances up to $200.00, depending on your plan.
- Frequency You Need: The Enhanced Plan provides coverage for Frames, Lenses, and Contact Lens exams every 12 months.
- Lens Enhancement Savings: Plans like the Enhanced Plan offer 100% coverage on Anti-Reflective Coating and Photochromic lenses.
- Low Copays: Only a $15 Exam Copay and a $25 Glasses Copay on all tiers.
Choose from four tiers (Base, Base Plus, Premium, Enhanced) to perfectly match your family’s needs and budget.
Enrollment is Easy: Secure Your Coverage Today
Your health is your greatest asset, and the VGEA is proud to provide the tools to protect it. Don’t wait! Open enrollment for these vital benefits starts now!
Click here to explore the plans and enroll instantly: ambadentalvision.com/vgea
Need personalized guidance? Our partners at AMBA are ready to assist. Call 1-844-385-4359 (Mon-Fri, 8 am-6 pm CT)
Providing value and benefits to our members is a foundational pillar of the VGEA’s mission. We aren’t just fighting legislative battles; we’re delivering tangible, financial protection that keeps our members and retirees healthy and financially stable. This is how we lead change.
Questions? Contact us at vgea.org/contact.
About the VGEA The Virginia Governmental Employees Association is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to advocating for the rights and interests of Virginia’s state employees and retirees. Our mission is to ensure fair treatment, proper compensation, and a supportive working environment for all who serve the Commonwealth.