AB1670 expands Medi-Cal coverage to include desensitization services and behavior management for dental care.

AB1670 adds desensitization services and behavior management as Medi-Cal covered benefits for dental care. Desensitization services without an accompanying dental procedure are covered when a patient’s physical, behavioral, developmental, or emotional condition requires such services preceding a dental visit. Behavior management is covered when a patient’s physical, behavioral, developmental, or emotional condition requires significant extra time, attention, or personnel to safely deliver dental care.

AB1670 expands Medi-Cal coverage to include desensitization services and behavior management for dental care.

AB1670 adds desensitization services and behavior management as Medi-Cal covered benefits for dental care. Desensitization services without an accompanying dental procedure are covered when a patient’s physical, behavioral, developmental, or emotional condition requires such services preceding a dental visit. Behavior management is covered when a patient’s physical, behavioral, developmental, or emotional condition requires significant extra time, attention, or personnel to safely deliver dental care.