MDHHS Increases Dental Benefits for Medicaid Beneficiaries
Update: Mar 27-Apr 7, 2023
On April 1, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) announced the start of dental benefit enhancements for adult Medicaid beneficiaries. These enhancements serve to improve access to dental services and improve health outcomes as many additional services will now be covered for adults 21 and over. The services covered include:
- X-rays
- Teeth cleanings
- Fillings
- Extractions
- Dentures
- Deep teeth cleanings
- Sealants
- Root canals
- Crowns
- Care to keep your gums healthy
Not only is MDHHS expanding access to services for Medicaid beneficiaries, but MDHHS is also increasing reimbursement rates for dental providers. The new rates allow providers to be paid at 100% of the Average Commercial Rate, which aims to increase the number of treated Medicaid beneficiaries.