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Summary · Congress.gov
Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2026 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.
Action Timeline
2026-07-22
Introduced in Senate
2026-07-22
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did S.5091 pass?
S.5091 is still alive. Current stage: COMMITTEE. Pass likelihood: pending.
What does S.5091 do?
Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2026 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.
Who sponsored S.5091?
S.5091 was sponsored by Angela D. Alsobrooks (D-Maryland).
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