Bill Detail
H.R. 9831
Congress: 119
Title
Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2026
Summary
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.
Sponsor
Rep. Nanette Barragán [D-CA-44]
Status
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Status as of Sep 12, 6:39 PM · synced 2d ago
Introduced
2026-07-22
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Bill Engagement
Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2026 This bill requires state Medicaid programs to cover dental and oral health services for adults.