Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2021

Senate Bill 3166 - Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2021: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 3166 Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2021 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/11/2024, 8:19 PM

Congressional Summary of S 3166

Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2021

This bill requires state Medicaid programs to cover dental and oral health services for adults. It also increases the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (i.e., federal matching rate) for such services.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services must develop oral health quality and equity measures and conduct outreach relating to such coverage. Additionally, the Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Payment and Access Commission must report on specified information relating to adult oral health care.

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Current Status of Bill S 3166

Bill S 3166 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 4, 2021. Bill S 3166 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on November 4, 2021. Bill S 3166's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S7793-7794) as of November 4, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3166

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3166

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional oversight

- Dental care

- Government information and archives

- Health care quality

- Health promotion and preventive care

- Intergovernmental relations

- Medicaid

- Poverty and welfare assistance

- State and local government operations

- U.S. territories and protectorates

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3166

Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2021

A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to improve coverage of dental and oral health services for adults under Medicaid, and for other purposes.