state_legiscan_drain · RI
Permits reimbursement for dental hygienists from "other insurance" or a third-party payor such as Medicare.
March 4, 2026
Summary
If enacted, this bill would permit dental hygienists to be directly reimbursed by third-party payors, including Medicare, for services they provide independently. This would allow dental hygienists to bill insurance companies directly rather than requiring a dentist to submit claims. The change may increase access to preventive dental care but also introduces new billing and compliance considerations for dental practices and insurers.
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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 permit dental hygienists to be directly reimbursed by third-party payors, including Medicare, for services they provide…
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- It was published on March 4, 2026.