Liberty Dental Plan creates a dedicated toll-free number following state of emergency proclamation for Kern County issued on September 21, 2026
On September 21, 2026, Governor Newsom issued a State of Emergency Proclamation for Kern County. A big storm hit the region starting on September 18, 2025, and it got stronger by tropical storm Mario. The storm brought strong winds, heavy rain, flash floods, mudslides, and debris. This placed people, buildings, and central structures in danger. In Kern County, it damaged roads, utilities, and the Rand Communities Water District. This made people boil their water before using it. The Plan does not expect to have any issues with our regular day to day operations. We will continue to be available to members. This includes after hours and on the weekend. We are sharing our availability to potentially impacted enrollees through this press release on our website.
Liberty has taken steps to make sure that our members' oral health care needs are met through a dedicated toll-free number to our call center is available to all members. This includes 24/7 call availability to refer members to a dentist. Contact Member Services toll-free at 877-864-7811.
This policy applies in the event of any state of emergency declared by the governor and health emergencies declared by the State Public Health Officer. Liberty will comply with guidance issued by the Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) related to the emergency.
About Liberty Dental Plan
Founded in 2001, Liberty is dedicated to delivering quality, innovative, and affordable dental benefits that support health, strengthen communities, and enhance lives. Liberty currently administers dental benefits for more than 7.5 million members nationwide across Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, Commercial, and Exchange. Learn more at libertydentalplan.com.
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