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ME LD1361
Bill
Status
6/25/2025
Primary Sponsor
Anne-Marie Mastraccio
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AI Summary
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Expands mandatory insurance coverage for dental services to include those performed by all licensed dental hygienists, not just independent practice dental hygienists
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Applies to individual dental insurance, group dental insurance, health insurance with dental coverage, and health maintenance organization contracts
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Services must be covered under the insurance contract and within the lawful scope of practice for dental hygienists licensed under Title 32, chapter 143
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Amends multiple sections of Maine insurance law (24 MRSA §2317-B and 24-A MRSA §§2765, 2847-Q, and 4257)
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Approved by the Governor on July 1, 2025 as Public Law Chapter 478
Legislative Description
An Act to Require Insurance Coverage for Covered Dental Services Provided by Licensed Dental Hygienists
Health Care Personnel
Last Action
PASSED TO BE ENACTED in concurrence.
6/25/2025