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CT HB05581

CT HB05581
An Act Concerning Increasing Medicaid Payment Rates For Dental Care.


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Introduced
01/21/2025
In Committee
01/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/04/2025

Introduced Session

2025 General Assembly

Bill Summary

To ensure an adequate pool of providers to serve dental care needs of Medicaid recipients by providing adequate compensation for such care.

AI Summary

This bill aims to amend Title 17b of the general statutes to increase Medicaid reimbursement rates for dental care services. Medicaid is a government-provided health insurance program for low-income individuals and families. The primary goal of the bill is to address potential shortages of dental care providers who serve Medicaid recipients by offering more competitive compensation rates. By increasing the reimbursement rates, the legislation seeks to make it more financially attractive for dental professionals to accept Medicaid patients, thereby expanding access to dental care for those who rely on this government health insurance program. The bill recognizes that adequate provider compensation is crucial for maintaining a robust and accessible dental care network for Medicaid beneficiaries.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Human Services (on 01/21/2025)

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