Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2023

The Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2023 requires states to provide Medicaid coverage for dental and oral health services to adults beginning January 1, 2025, including preventive care, emergency treatment, dentures, implants, and services to address oral disease. It defines "dental and oral health services" to cover a comprehensive range of care and provides 100% federal funding for these services during the first 12 quarters after implementation. The bill also mandates states to develop quality and equity measures for adult oral health care, report annually on these measures, and implement outreach programs to improve access for underserved populations. This legislation directly affects low-income adults who currently face significant barriers to receiving comprehensive dental services through Medicaid.