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MA S704
Bill
AI Summary
- Prohibits dental insurer contracts from restricting payment methods to credit card only; credit card payments require dental care provider consent
- Provider payment method elections remain in effect until the provider chooses a different method or a new contract is executed
- Requires dental insurers to notify providers of any fees associated with payment methods, advise on available payment options, and include explanation of benefits with each payment
- Prohibits dental insurers from charging transmission fees for electronic funds transfers under federal HIPAA regulations (45 CFR 162.1601-1602) without provider consent
- Allows dental care provider agents to charge reasonable fees for value-added services related to electronic funds transfers beyond basic bank transmittal
Legislative Description
Relative to the use of virtual credit cards by dental insurance providers
Last Action
Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
3/5/2026
Committee Referrals
Ways and Means3/5/2026
Health Care Financing1/8/2026
Financial Services2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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