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MD SB120
Bill
Status
1/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Arthur Ellis
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AI Summary
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Reduces the maximum frequency limitation interval for dental preventive care from 120 days to 90 days, allowing patients to receive covered preventive services more frequently during a plan year
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Applies to insurers, nonprofit health service plans, health maintenance organizations, and dental plan organizations that provide dental benefits in Maryland
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Covers preventive dental visits, screenings, oral examinations, teeth cleanings (prophylaxis), fluoride treatments, and routine preventive services
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Applies to all policies, contracts, and health benefit plans issued, delivered, or renewed in Maryland on or after January 1, 2027
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Does not require coverage for any dental service not otherwise required by law
Legislative Description
Health Insurance - Required Benefits for Dental Preventive Care - Frequency Limitation Interval (Healthy Moms and Family Smiles Act)
Health Insurance
Last Action
Hearing 2/04 at 1:00 p.m.
1/21/2026