state_legiscan_drain · RI
Permits reimbursement for dental hygienists from "other insurance" or a third-party payor such as Medicare.
February 27, 2026
Summary
If enacted, this bill would allow dental hygienists to bill and receive reimbursement directly from third-party payors such as Medicare, rather than requiring payment to be made to the supervising dentist. This would change billing practices for dental providers and insurers, potentially increasing access to preventive dental care.
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- What does "Permits reimbursement for dental hygienists from "other insurance" or a third-party payor such as Medicare." cover?
- If enacted, this bill would allow dental hygienists to bill and receive reimbursement directly from third-party payors such as Medicare, rather than…
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- It was published on February 27, 2026.