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MD SB150

MD SB150
Maryland Medical Assistance Program – Dental Coverage for Adults


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Introduced
01/12/2022
In Committee
04/01/2022
Crossed Over
03/21/2022
Passed
04/04/2022
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/12/2022

Introduced Session

2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Maryland Medical Assistance Program – Dental Coverage for Adults

AI Summary

This bill expands dental coverage under the Maryland Medical Assistance Program (Medicaid) for adults. Specifically, it requires the state to provide comprehensive dental care services, including diagnostic, preventive, restorative, and periodontal services, for adults whose annual household income is at or below 133% of the federal poverty level, starting on January 1, 2023. The bill also removes a frequency limitation on covered dental prophylaxis care or oral health exams, allowing them to be provided at intervals shorter than 120 days within a plan year. This measure aims to improve access to essential dental care for low-income adults in Maryland.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 303 (on 05/12/2022)

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