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MN HF2571

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/29/2012

Primary Sponsor

Kim Norton

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Origin

House of Representatives

87th Legislature 2011-2012

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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