Free & low-cost pediatric dentists in Republic of Palau

Medicaid & CHIP dental coverage for kids in Republic of Palau

If your child is enrolled in Palau Medicaid or Medicaid, pediatric dental care is a covered benefit at no cost to your family. Compact Medicaid; dental services through Belau National Hospital and outpatient clinics. Federal EPSDT rules guarantee these benefits in every state, but the program brand name, managed-care administrator, and exact list of covered procedures vary, so the summary below is specific to Republic of Palau.

Who qualifies in Republic of Palau?

Republic of Palau covers children under 19 in families earning up to 200% of the federal poverty level through Medicaid. That works out to the following gross household income limits for 2026:

Family size	Annual income limit	Monthly income limit
1	$30,120	$2,510
2	$40,880	$3,407
3	$51,640	$4,303
4	$62,400	$5,200
5	$73,160	$6,097
6	$83,920	$6,993

Income limits are based on the 2024 federal poverty guidelines (the most recent published) and the state's 200% threshold. If your income is over the limit, you may still qualify for Republic of Palau's sliding-fee scale at any community health center listed below.

What's covered for kids?

• Routine exams and cleanings every six months from age 1 onward.
• Fluoride varnish and protective dental sealants on permanent molars.
• Cavity fillings, including tooth-colored composite when clinically appropriate.
• Stainless-steel crowns and pulpotomies (baby root canals) for severely decayed teeth.
• Tooth extractions and emergency pain treatment.
• Orthodontia when medically necessary (cleft lip/palate, severe malocclusion).

What if we don't have insurance?

Every clinic in this directory is a federally-funded community health center. By law, these clinics must serve every patient regardless of insurance and must charge on a sliding fee scale tied to your household income. Bring a recent pay stub or tax return, and the clinic's enrollment counselor will calculate what you owe. Many families pay $25–$45 for a complete pediatric dental visit.

In-depth Republic of Palau dental guides

Long-form, parent-friendly guides written specifically for Republic of Palau families. Each one combines real Palau Medicaid rules with practical advice from community dentists.

Browse Republic of Palau by city

Below are the cities in Republic of Palau with the most community health center sites. If your city isn't listed, scroll to the full alphabetical list at the bottom of this page or call the nearest clinic and ask about transportation assistance — most CHCs have established patient-transport programs.