Bill > LD1361

This bill modifies existing Maine state insurance laws to expand insurance coverage requirements for dental services provided by dental hygienists. Specifically, the bill amends several sections of Maine's insurance code to require that individual and group dental and health insurance plans provide coverage for dental services performed by both independent practice dental hygienists and regular dental hygienists, as long as those services are covered under the insurance contract and fall within the legal scope of practice defined in Title 32, Chapter 143. The changes ensure that insurance companies cannot discriminate against or deny coverage for dental services based on whether they are performed by an independent practice dental hygienist or a standard dental hygienist, effectively broadening the range of dental professionals whose services will be reimbursable under insurance plans. This legislative update aims to increase access to dental care by removing potential barriers related to insurance coverage and provider classification.

Health and Social Services

https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1361&snum=132