The Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2026 aims to enhance Medicaid coverage for dental and oral health services for adults.

The Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2026 amends title XIX of the Social Security Act to improve Medicaid coverage of dental and oral health services for adults. It mandates the development of a core set of adult oral health quality and equity measures, to be published by the Secretary of Health and Human Services. The bill also requires states to report on specific oral health measures and provides for increased federal funding for dental and oral health services. Additionally, it mandates oral health outreach and education programs for adults, including those in underserved communities.

The Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2026 aims to enhance Medicaid coverage for dental and oral health services for adults.

The Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2026 amends title XIX of the Social Security Act to improve Medicaid coverage of dental and oral health services for adults. It mandates the development of a core set of adult oral health quality and equity measures, to be published by the Secretary of Health and Human Services. The bill also requires states to report on specific oral health measures and provides for increased federal funding for dental and oral health services. Additionally, it mandates oral health outreach and education programs for adults, including those in underserved communities.