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NY S02648
Bill
Status
6/6/2025
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Addabbo
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AI Summary
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Requires all dental insurance policies to provide coverage or reimbursement for night guards when prescribed by a licensed dentist
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Defines "night guard" as a protective mouth device that covers teeth and gums to prevent and reduce injury to teeth, arches, lips, and gums
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Applies the mandate to individual policies, group policies, and health maintenance organization contracts that include dental coverage
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Adds dental night guards to the list of services covered under Medicaid when prescribed by a licensed dentist
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Takes effect immediately and applies to policies issued, renewed, modified, altered, or amended after the effective date
Legislative Description
Provides that dental insurance coverage shall include coverage for night guards; defines dental night guards; provides that dental night guards shall be covered under Medicaid.
Last Action
REFERRED TO INSURANCE
1/7/2026