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HI SR172
Resolution
Status
3/10/2023
Primary Sponsor
Tim Richards
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AI Summary
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Urges the Department of Human Services' Med-QUEST Division to advocate for increased Medicaid reimbursement rates to dentists, potentially up to 100% of Medicare reimbursement rates
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Requests that upon approval of rate increases, the Med-QUEST Division proactively inform both dental service providers and Medicaid beneficiaries about new rate plans and covered services
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Notes that the Executive Supplemental Budget for fiscal year 2023 allocated over $25,000,000 to expand Med-QUEST services, including restoring full dental benefits for adults
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Recognizes that preventative dental care reduces costs to the state's health care system compared to emergency room treatment for dental emergencies
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Requires certified copies of the resolution be transmitted to the Director of Human Services
Legislative Description
Urging The Department Of Human Services' Med-quest Division To Advocate That The State Increase Medicaid Reimbursements To Dentists And, Upon An Increase Approval, To Proactively Inform Both Dental Service Providers And Medicaid Beneficiaries Of New Rate Plans.
Department of Human Services
Last Action
Referred to HHS/CPN.
3/15/2023