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KS HB2286
Bill
Status
2/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Health and Human Services
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AI Summary
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Dental benefit plans cannot restrict dentist payments to only credit card as the sole acceptable method
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Plans must notify dentists of any fees associated with payment methods and provide clear instructions for selecting alternatives when initiating or changing electronic payments
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A dentist's selection of an alternative payment method must remain in effect for the entire duration of the contract and any extensions
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Payments through the automated clearing house (ACH) network cannot include transmission fees unless the dentist consents, though dentist agents may charge reasonable fees for value-added services
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These provisions cannot be waived by contract; any conflicting contractual terms are null and void
Legislative Description
Providing that the selection of alternative payment methods by a dental provider will remain in force for the duration of a contract with a dental benefit plan.
Last Action
House Referred to Committee on Insurance
2/5/2025