HB 1538 -- Dental Carve-Out Act

Sponsor:  Yates

This bill establishes the Dental Carve-Out Act of 2006 and
requires the Division of Medical Services in the Department of
Social Services to maintain and implement a process for managing
dental benefits for public assistance recipients.  The division
will establish a statewide uniform dental program administered by
a private entity.  The division is allowed to place coverage
limits on dental services and the frequency of services.  The
division, however, may not require a dentist to alter a patient's
previously authorized course of treatment unless warranted by the
patient's condition.  The Attorney General will have full
prosecutorial authority over any provider or recipient in the
program.

Missouri House of Representatives
93rd General Assembly, 2nd Regular Session
Last Updated November 29, 2006 at 9:43 am