Delays the implementation of a single dental administrator for the medical assistance program in Minnesota.

The bill delays the implementation of a single dental administrator for the medical assistance program in Minnesota. The commissioner may extend the implementation contract for the single dental administrator up to three years from the date of execution and may contract with the same contractor for up to five years, beginning in 2028. The dental administrator must provide administrative services, including provider recruitment, contracting, and assistance. The commissioner shall submit an annual report detailing dental utilization metrics and corrective action plans.

Delays the implementation of a single dental administrator for the medical assistance program in Minnesota.

The bill delays the implementation of a single dental administrator for the medical assistance program in Minnesota. The commissioner may extend the implementation contract for the single dental administrator up to three years from the date of execution and may contract with the same contractor for up to five years, beginning in 2028. The dental administrator must provide administrative services, including provider recruitment, contracting, and assistance. The commissioner shall submit an annual report detailing dental utilization metrics and corrective action plans.