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MN HF2571
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/29/2012
Primary Sponsor
Kim Norton
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AI Summary
- Expands dental services coverage under Minnesota Medical Assistance for disabled adults served by residential services licensed under section 256B.097 as of January 1, 2012.
- Adds coverage for house calls and extended care facility calls to deliver dental services on-site to disabled adults.
- Covers behavioral management services when additional staff time is required to address behavioral challenges without sedation.
- Authorizes oral or IV conscious sedation for covered dental services when necessary to safely perform procedures or to avoid requiring general anesthesia in a hospital or surgical center.
- Allows prophylaxis (cleaning) services up to four times per year for disabled adults, guided by an individualized treatment plan developed by a licensed dentist.
Legislative Description
Dental services for the disabled expanded.
Last Action
Introduction and first reading, referred to Health and Human Services Finance
2/29/2012
Committee Referrals
Health and Human Services Finance2/29/2012
Full Bill Text
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