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MS SB2479
Bill
AI Summary
- Requires all dental insurance carriers in Mississippi to calculate and report their dental loss ratio (DLR), which measures the percentage of premium dollars spent on actual patient care versus administrative costs
- Mandates annual DLR reports be filed with the Mississippi Insurance Commissioner by June 30 each year, with the first report due June 30, 2027
- Specifies that the DLR numerator includes clinical dental services, unpaid claim reserves, and certain recoveries, while excluding administrative costs, broker payments, and third-party vendor fees
- Requires the Commissioner to publish all DLR reports in searchable format on the department's website by December 1 each year and submit reports to the Senate and House Insurance Committees
- Exempts Medicaid, Mississippi Children's Health Insurance Program, and other state-sponsored plans from these requirements
Legislative Description
"Creating Transparency and Accountability in Dental Services Act"; enact.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Insurance2/16/2026
Insurance1/19/2026
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