Bill > A01931

This bill amends the New York social services law to expand Medicaid dental coverage by adding several new procedures that would be considered medically necessary. Specifically, the bill would require Medicaid to cover dental implants, implant-related services, dental prosthetic appliances (including replacements), crowns, and root canals for both posterior (back) and anterior (front) teeth. Additionally, the bill includes coverage for crown lengthening procedures when they are associated with a covered crown or root canal. These procedures must be authorized by a qualified dentist to be eligible for coverage. The bill represents an expansion of dental care services available to Medicaid recipients, potentially improving access to comprehensive dental treatments that were previously not covered. The new provisions will take effect 90 days after the bill becomes law, giving state agencies time to implement the changes to their Medicaid dental coverage guidelines.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1931